Stoke Gifford Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Stoke Gifford’s crime profile in December 2023, accounting for 45.7% of all reported incidents. At 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall crime rate was 47.2% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights a pattern of lower violent crime relative to national trends, a finding consistent with Stoke Gifford’s suburban character and relatively stable community dynamics. While violent offences remained the most frequent category, property crimes represented a smaller share (27.2%) of total incidents, reflecting a balance between personal safety concerns and property-related issues. Seasonal factors likely contributed to this distribution: December’s extended darkness and holiday-related absences from homes may have influenced crime patterns, though the absence of a significant spike in burglary or vehicle crime suggests localised deterrence measures or community vigilance. The area’s crime picture also shows notable disparities compared to the UK average for specific categories, with drug-related offences (0.3 per 1,000) 50% above the national rate, while shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) was 39% below. These variations illustrate the interplay between local demographics and broader national trends, with Stoke Gifford’s relatively low violent crime rate potentially reflecting its lower population density and community-focused policing strategies.

December 2023 saw a 500% surge in drug-related crimes, rising from 1 to 6 incidents, a stark outlier in the area’s otherwise stable crime trends. This increase, though small in absolute terms, contrasts with a 66.7% decline in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 9 to 3 cases, possibly reflecting seasonal shifts in community activity or enforcement priorities. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped by 60% (from 10 to 4), aligning with broader UK trends of reduced theft during winter months. The violent crime rate (1.8 per 1,000) remained 31% below the UK average, a consistent feature of Stoke Gifford’s crime profile. Public order offences, however, slightly exceeded the national average (0.5 vs 0.5 per 1,000). For residents, the 47.2% reduction in overall crime compared to the UK average underscores the area’s relative safety, particularly during the festive season when national crime rates often rise. The sharp increase in drug-related incidents, while not yet reaching a level of concern, warrants attention from local authorities, especially given the 50% gap between Stoke Gifford’s rate and the UK average for this category.

Stoke Gifford’s crime rate in December 2023 (3.8 per 1,000) marked a 5.9% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.1, reflecting a continued downward trend in local crime. This monthly aggregate translates to roughly 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, highlights the persistent presence of criminal activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 261 residents, a monthly exposure rate that positions Stoke Gifford among the safer built-up areas in the UK. With a population of 21,181, the area’s crime statistics are proportionally modest, particularly when compared to national averages. The 47.2% gap between Stoke Gifford’s rate and the UK average suggests systemic factors—such as effective community policing, lower socioeconomic disparities, or demographic characteristics—that contribute to its relative safety. However, the 50% above-average rate for drug-related crimes indicates vulnerabilities in specific sectors, possibly linked to local drug markets or unmet social needs. For residents, the 5.9% monthly decline reinforces the importance of maintaining current policing strategies, while the 47.2% gap from the UK average offers reassurance that Stoke Gifford remains a comparatively secure place to live, despite pockets of concern like the drug-related crime spike.