Patchway Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

July 2025 marked a striking anomaly in Patchway's crime profile, with criminal damage and arson surging by 115.4% month-on-month to 28 cases, the highest recorded figure for this category. This unexpected spike, occurring amid the area's peak tourism season, contrasts with the usual seasonal patterns typically observed in built-up areas. The overall crime rate of 12.6 per 1,000 residents placed Patchway 46.5% above the UK average, with violence and sexual offences (35.5% of total crimes) and shoplifting (17.9%) forming the dominant share of reported incidents. The sharp increase in property crime—driven by shoplifting and criminal damage—suggests that summer festivals and outdoor events may have created conditions conducive to such activity. Meanwhile, violent crime rates stood at 4.5 per 1,000, 48% above the UK average, a figure that may partly reflect increased alcohol consumption in public spaces during July. Anti-social behaviour also rose significantly, linked to the higher foot traffic associated with the area's tourist attractions. This contrast between violent and property crime trends highlights the combination of factors influencing local crime dynamics.

July 2025 witnessed an 115.4% month-on-month surge in criminal damage and arson, with cases rising from 13 to 28. This sharp increase, though not uncommon during summer festivals, marks a stark departure from the previous month's pattern. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 68.4%, reflecting heightened tensions in public spaces during the area's tourism peak. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 88.9% as reported incidents dropped from 18 to 2, likely due to reduced car theft opportunities during holiday periods. Shoplifting remains a persistent concern, with rates 254% above the UK average at 2.3 per 1,000 residents. Burglary and robbery both fell significantly, with burglary down 77.8% and robbery down 66.7%, suggesting improved security measures or seasonal shifts in criminal activity patterns.

Patchway's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 12.6 per 1,000 residents, a 4.7% increase from June's 12.0 per 1,000. This places the area 46.5% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 9 crimes were reported in July, translating to one crime for every 79 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the persistent presence of crime in the area, even as certain categories like vehicle crime and burglary saw significant declines. The slight upward trend in overall rates may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased outdoor activity during July's peak summer period. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate is elevated compared to the UK, the absolute number of crimes per resident remains a key metric for local residents assessing their personal risk.