Stoke Gifford Crime Rate

Introduction to Stoke Gifford Crime Statistics

Stoke Gifford reports an overall crime rate of 59.5 incidents per 1,000 residents per year. This figure is significantly lower than the UK average of 93.1 per 1,000, positioning Stoke Gifford as a low-risk area with a high Safety Score of 86 out of 100. However, the recent trend indicates that the crime rate is increasing, having risen by 12.1% year-on-year. While the area remains statistically safer than the national average, the upward trend suggests that local vigilance and proactive security measures are becoming increasingly important.

Stoke Gifford Crime Type Analysis

Violence and sexual offences are the most frequent crime type in Stoke Gifford, making up 34.9% of all incidents, with a rate of 20.7 per 1,000 residents. Shoplifting is the second most common offence (13.5%, 8.0 per 1,000), likely due to local retail parks and commercial areas. Public order offences rank third (10.0%, 6.0 per 1,000).

Stoke Gifford reports a property crime rate of 23.5 per 1,000 people, which is comfortably below the national average of 32.9 per 1,000. This rate includes Shoplifting, Vehicle crime (71 crimes), Burglary (66 crimes), and Other theft (102 crimes). The statistics indicate that residents face a relatively low risk of property offences. While Shoplifting is the most common property-related issue, the presence of vehicle crime and burglary means that homeowners should maintain strong physical security, particularly given the area's proximity to major transport links.

Stoke Gifford Crime Trends

Stoke Gifford has experienced an increasing crime trend over the last year, with a notable rise of 12.1% year-on-year. Despite this increase, the overall crime rate remains low. Monthly data shows that rates peaked at the beginning of the period in November (6.1/1,000) and then generally declined, reaching a low point in September (3.8/1,000) and August (4.0/1,000). The increase is calculated across the full 12-month period compared to the previous, indicating that earlier months contributed heavily to the annual rise, even as recent activity showed a slight moderation. Residents should be aware of this annual upward pressure.

How To Keep Safe in Stoke Gifford

Violence and sexual offences are the most frequent crimes reported in Stoke Gifford. Personal safety awareness, particularly in public and commercial areas, is vital.

1. Prioritise Personal Security: Be acutely aware of your surroundings, especially when near the large commercial and retail areas that may attract higher numbers of Public order and Anti-social behaviour offences.
2. Secure Retail and Commercial Property: Shoplifting is the second-highest crime type. If you own or manage a business, ensure you have robust security measures to deter opportunistic theft.
3. Vehicle Security: Given the presence of vehicle crime, always remove all valuables from your car, use visible deterrents, and ensure the vehicle is secured, particularly when parked near transport hubs or shopping areas.
4. Report Public Order Issues: Report any instances of public disorder to the police promptly. This helps maintain the generally high level of safety in the community.

Crime Time Patterns

Crime activity in Stoke Gifford is concentrated during the mid-day and evening hours. The afternoon period (12pm-6pm) is the busiest, with theft making up 52% of incidents, often linked to the area’s commercial centres. The morning (6am-12pm) follows a similar trend, also reporting 52% of crimes as theft. As the day progresses into the evening (6pm-12am), 'Other' crimes (including violence and public order) dominate 37% of incidents, with burglary also peaking (23%). The night period (12am-6am) sees a high concentration of vehicle crime (41%) and burglary (26%), suggesting that property offences are the key nocturnal risk.

Crime Rate Comparison with Nearby Areas

Stoke Gifford, with a crime rate of 59.5 per 1,000, is one of the safer urban settlements in the area. It reports a higher rate than the nearby planned community of Bradley Stoke (51.0 per 1,000), suggesting a slightly greater volume of activity. However, Stoke Gifford is significantly safer than the highly commercial areas of Patchway (147.9 per 1,000) and Filton (101.5 per 1,000). Compared to the rural areas of Hambrook and Whiteshill (both 0.0 per 1,000), Stoke Gifford’s rate reflects its status as a suburban hub with major commercial and transport links, but its low overall figure confirms its high Safety Score.

Proactive Protection for Stoke Gifford Homes

The property crime rate in Stoke Gifford is 23.5 per 1,000, which, coupled with a worrying 12.1% annual increase in overall crime, means residents should invest in proactive security. Standard DIY systems and traditional CCTV merely record a crime; they provide footage of an intruder after they have already accessed the property.

scOS provides professional-grade, preventative security. This AI-powered operating system detects threats at the property boundary, not the front door. By continuously monitoring all cameras with multi-camera intelligence, scOS learns normal routines. When a genuine threat is identified, it triggers an autonomous response—like engaging speakers and activating lights—eliminating the element of surprise. This immediate, visible deterrence signals to burglars that the risk is too high, encouraging them to move on within the crucial 60-second decision window. This proactive approach is essential in an area experiencing rising crime levels.