Patchway Crime Rate

Introduction to Patchway Crime Statistics

Patchway reports an overall crime rate of 147.9 incidents per 1,000 residents per year. This figure is significantly higher than the UK average crime rate of 93.1 per 1,000, resulting in a Safety Score of 68 out of 100. Over the last twelve months, the crime trend has remained stable, recording a slight year-on-year increase of 3.7%. The elevated crime rate, particularly compared to the national average, indicates that Patchway is a higher-risk urban area within the South Gloucestershire local authority.

Patchway Crime Type Analysis

Patchway's crime profile is dominated by Violence and sexual offences, which account for 31.7% of all incidents (46.9 per 1,000 residents). Unusually high for the region, Shoplifting is the second most common crime, representing 24.6% of the total (36.3 per 1,000), reflecting a strong commercial presence. Anti-social behaviour is the third highest category (9.7%, 14.3 per 1,000).

The overall property crime rate is high at 67.3 per 1,000 people, significantly exceeding the national average of 32.9 per 1,000. This rate is heavily influenced by the volume of Shoplifting and Other theft (237 crimes). Criminal damage and arson (210 crimes) also contribute substantially. The high property crime rate suggests that residents and businesses face a considerable risk of theft. While burglary (80 crimes) and vehicle crime (99 crimes) are present, the sheer volume of commercial theft is the defining feature of the property crime landscape in Patchway.

Patchway Crime Trends

The crime trend in Patchway has remained stable, recording a 3.7% year-on-year increase. Monthly data reveals a concerning upward trajectory in the latter half of the year. While rates started around 10.2 to 11.2 incidents per 1,000 residents (November to May), they steadily climbed through the summer. A significant surge was noted in August (15.6/1,000) and peaked dramatically in October (18.6/1,000). This end-of-year spike suggests a substantial increase in activity, particularly relating to the area’s commercial focal points, requiring immediate attention.

How To Keep Safe in Patchway

Shoplifting is the second most common crime in Patchway, contributing significantly to the area’s high property crime rate. Businesses and residents near commercial zones must be highly vigilant against theft.

1. Business Security Focus: If you own a shop, implement robust stock control, visible surveillance, and ensure staff are trained to spot and deter shoplifters, given the high volume of this crime.
2. Secure Valuables: When in commercial areas, keep all personal belongings, bags, and phones close and secure to prevent 'Theft from the person' or opportunistic 'Other theft'.
3. Vehicle Protection: Vehicle crime is a risk; always secure your vehicle, remove all items, and consider additional steering locks or tracking devices, especially if parking in high-traffic commercial car parks.
4. Personal Awareness: Despite the commercial focus, Violence and sexual offences are the most frequent crime. Maintain high personal awareness, especially during busy hours and late evenings.

Crime Time Patterns

Patchway experiences its peak crime intensity during the afternoon (12pm-6pm), with theft dominating 58% of all incidents during this period. This is strongly influenced by the high volume of shoplifting in the area. The morning period (6am-12pm) also sees theft as the primary offence (54%). In the evening (6pm-12am), the focus shifts, with 'Other' crimes (including violence and anti-social behaviour) accounting for exactly half of all activity. At night (12am-6am), the risk shifts toward vehicle crime (35%) and other property offences, though the overall intensity is lower than the daytime commercial peak.

Crime Rate Comparison with Nearby Areas

Patchway has the highest crime rate among its immediate neighbours, reporting 147.9 per 1,000 residents. This is substantially higher than the rates found in Filton (101.5 per 1,000) and Stoke Gifford (59.5 per 1,000), and dramatically higher than the very low rate in Bradley Stoke (51.0 per 1,000). The crime rate is also significantly higher than the nearby rural areas of Easter Compton and Almondsbury (36.0 per 1,000). Patchway’s high rate is likely influenced by its specific commercial and transport infrastructure, positioning it as an area requiring higher vigilance compared to the surrounding communities.

Proactive Protection for Patchway Homes

With a property crime rate of 67.3 per 1,000—nearly double the national average—residents and businesses in Patchway require robust security measures. Conventional security cameras are fundamentally reactive; they merely record the crime, providing footage for police after the fact, which does little to protect property in the moment.

scOS, an AI-powered security operating system, offers a necessary shift to proactive protection. Designed to stop crime before entry, scOS uses multi-camera intelligence to monitor the property boundary simultaneously. Its pattern learning capabilities distinguish between routine activity and genuine threats. When a threat is detected, scOS triggers an autonomous response, such as activating lights and engaging speakers, immediately eliminating the intruder's element of surprise. This professional-grade, visible deterrence ensures that potential burglars, who often decide within 60 seconds, choose to move on from a protected property.