Olveston Crime Rate

Introduction to Olveston Crime Statistics

Olveston reports an overall crime rate of 39.4 incidents per 1,000 residents per year. This figure is significantly safer than the UK average crime rate of 93.1 per 1,000, resulting in an excellent Safety Score of 90 out of 100. However, the recent trend indicates that the crime rate is increasing, having risen by 29.3% year-on-year. While Olveston remains statistically very safe, the substantial upward trend suggests that local vigilance is necessary to prevent further increases.

Olveston Crime Type Analysis

Violence and sexual offences are the most dominant crime type in Olveston, accounting for 46.7% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 18.4 per 1,000 residents. Other theft is the second most common offence (12.0%, 4.7 per 1,000), followed by Criminal damage and arson and Vehicle crime (8.0% each, 3.1 per 1,000).

The overall property crime rate in Olveston is exceptionally low at 13.1 per 1,000 people, significantly safer than the national average of 32.9 per 1,000. Property crime is minimal across the board, with only 3 crimes reported for Burglary and 1 for Shoplifting. The high proportion of 'Other theft' suggests that opportunistic theft of items left unattended in gardens or driveways is the main property concern. Overall, the statistics confirm Olveston as a very low-risk area for property invasion.

Olveston Crime Trends

Olveston has experienced a sharply increasing crime trend over the last year, with an overall rise of 29.3% year-on-year. Monthly data shows that rates have fluctuated, with a low point in May (0.5/1,000). The rates saw a significant spike in July (6.3/1,000) and remained elevated through the autumn (3.7 to 4.2/1,000). This major annual increase indicates a recent deterioration in the local safety environment, driven by a surge in activity during the summer months, requiring close local monitoring.

How To Keep Safe in Olveston

The most prevalent crime in Olveston is Violence and sexual offences, which accounts for nearly half of all reported incidents. However, Other theft is the highest property crime, making property security a focus.

1. Secure External Items: Given the prevalence of 'Other theft,' ensure that all items left in gardens, driveways, or outbuildings are secured or removed from view to deter opportunistic thieves.
2. Vehicle Security is Crucial: Vehicle crime is the most concentrated property crime at night. Always remove valuables and ensure your car is secured, especially when parked overnight.
3. Prevent Criminal Damage: Criminal damage is a notable property issue. Ensure homes and outbuildings are well-lit with motion sensors to deter vandalism.
4. Personal Safety: Given the high proportion of violence-related offences, maintain awareness, particularly in public spaces, and avoid confrontational situations.

Crime Time Patterns

Crime activity in Olveston is consistently low, but property crime is concentrated during the day. The afternoon period (12pm-6pm) is the busiest, with theft accounting for 63% of all incidents. The morning (6am-12pm) also reports very high levels of theft (54%). In the evening (6pm-12am), 'Other' crimes (violence and public order) account for 35% of incidents, but vehicle crime also peaks at 27%. The night period (12am-6am) presents the highest risk for vehicle crime (56%) and 'Other' offences (21%), suggesting that vehicles are highly vulnerable when parked overnight.

Crime Rate Comparison with Nearby Areas

Olveston maintains an excellent safety profile with a crime rate of 39.4 per 1,000. This rate is slightly higher than its neighbour Almondsbury (35.9 per 1,000) but significantly safer than Alveston (51.1 per 1,000). Olveston’s rate is substantially higher than the rural areas of Tockington and Rudgeway (both 0.0 per 1,000). Despite the recent annual increase, Olveston remains a highly secure community, comparing very favourably to other urban settlements in the wider South Gloucestershire area.

Proactive Protection for Olveston Homes

Despite Olveston’s exceptionally low property crime rate of 13.1 per 1,000, the overall crime rate has increased dramatically by 29.3% annually, indicating the need for robust security. Traditional security measures are reactive; they notify you or record footage after a break-in has occurred, which is too late for genuine prevention.

scOS, an AI-powered security operating system, offers proactive protection by detecting threats at the property boundary. Using multi-camera intelligence, scOS monitors the perimeter simultaneously, learning normal routines. When a genuine threat is identified, it triggers an autonomous response—activating lights and engaging speakers—destroying the element of surprise. This professional-grade deterrence signals to potential intruders, who often decide within 60 seconds, that the property is too high-risk, ensuring they move on. This proactive approach is essential for mitigating the risk posed by the rising trend.