Kingswood and Fishponds Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kingswood and Fishponds recorded a crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 in January 2025, 4.2% below the UK average of 7.1. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.3% of all crimes, significantly higher than the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000 (12% above). This category’s prominence may reflect the area’s dense population and proximity to public transport hubs, which could contribute to higher incidents of interpersonal crime. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also featured prominently. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours—may have influenced patterns, with fewer outdoor crimes and lower shoplifting rates compared to previous months. However, the data also shows a shift in the crime mix, with property crimes (364) making up 34% of total incidents, compared to 41% for violent crimes. This suggests a more balanced distribution of crime types than in months with higher seasonal retail activity. The overall rate remains stable compared to December 2024, indicating no significant short-term spikes or dips in criminal activity. The area’s built-up nature and mix of residential and commercial zones likely play a role in shaping these patterns, with public spaces and transport networks serving as focal points for both violent and property-related crimes.

January 2025 saw a 271.4% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 7 to 26 incidents. This sharp rise, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 (33% below), may reflect unseasonal activity or localized factors not yet captured in broader trends. Theft from the person also doubled, increasing from 2 to 4 cases, a 100% rise that contrasts with the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000 (100% below). This anomaly could indicate targeted activity in specific high-traffic areas, though the limited data prevents definitive conclusions. Meanwhile, burglary rates fell by 28.9% (45 to 32), a notable decrease that aligns with the area’s lower UK average for this category. The drop may be linked to seasonal factors, with fewer opportunities for residential break-ins during colder months. Shoplifting also declined by 26%, from 131 to 97 cases, due to reduced footfall in retail areas post-Christmas. These shifts in crime mix suggest a combination of seasonal and localized influences, with property crimes remaining a persistent concern despite the overall rate being 4.2% below the UK average. Residents may find the 28.9% drop in burglary rates a reassuring indicator of potential improvements in community safety measures.

Kingswood and Fishponds’ crime rate in January 2025 remained stable compared to December 2024, with a 1.6% increase from 6.7 to 6.8 per 1,000 residents. This minimal fluctuation suggests no dramatic shifts in crime patterns over the short term. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 34 crimes per day in January—a figure that, while local to Kingswood and Fishponds, provides a tangible measure of the frequency of incidents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 147 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area in a relatively low-risk category compared to UK-wide averages. With a population of 156,958, the 1,069 reported crimes translate to a manageable scale, though the distribution across crime types remains uneven. The area’s built-up nature and high population density mean that crime is concentrated in specific zones, particularly those with public transport links and commercial activity. While the overall rate is 4.2% below the UK average, the disparity in individual categories—such as violence and public order offences being above UK norms—highlights the need for targeted interventions. The comparison to the UK average underscores that while Kingswood and Fishponds is generally safer than the national picture, certain local challenges persist that require focused attention.