Stoke Gifford Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Stoke Gifford's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 54.1% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area's consistently lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks, though the month saw notable fluctuations in specific categories. Violent crimes accounted for 45.8% of all incidents, with 38 recorded cases—substantially below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.9 per 1,000). Shoplifting emerged as the second most common crime, contributing 15.7% of total incidents, though it was 11% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 13.3%, again far below the UK rate of 1.5 per 1,000. These patterns may reflect the area's character as a built-up zone within South Gloucestershire, where community dynamics and local policing efforts likely contribute to the lower rates. The start of June, with its longer daylight hours and the onset of summer tourism, could have influenced crime trends. For instance, the surge in shoplifting may align with increased foot traffic during warmer weather, while the rise in anti-social behaviour might correlate with more public gatherings. However, these interpretations require further data to confirm. Overall, the area's crime profile remains markedly safer than the UK average, with property crimes (26 total) and violent crimes (38 total) forming the bulk of incidents. This balance suggests a focus on addressing specific issues like retail theft without compromising the broader safety of the community.

June 2023 saw dramatic spikes in specific crime categories, with shoplifting surging by 550% as 13 incidents were recorded—up from just 2 in May. This sharp increase, though not reflected in UK comparisons (shoplifting was 11% above the UK average), may signal heightened retail activity or seasonal shopping trends. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 175%, from 4 to 11 incidents, a shift that could reflect the start of summer and increased social interactions in public spaces. Violent crimes, however, remained significantly below the UK average, with 38 incidents (1.8 per 1,000) compared to the UK's 2.9 per 1,000. This contrast highlights the area's relatively low violent crime profile, despite the overall rate increase. For residents, the daily crime count of 3 per day provides a tangible measure of local risk, though it remains lower than the UK average of 2.5 daily crimes per 1,000 people.

Stoke Gifford's crime rate in June 2023 rose to 3.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 124% increase from the previous month's rate of 1.8. This surge, though significant, remains well below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to approximately three crimes reported each day, a figure that may help residents contextualise risk in their daily lives. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 255 residents, a monthly aggregate that highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in this built-up area. While the increase is notable, the overall rate still places Stoke Gifford firmly in the safer end of the UK spectrum. The population-scaled perspective shows that even with the 124% rise, the area's crime burden remains modest compared to national benchmarks, suggesting that local factors—such as community policing or seasonal trends—may play a role in shaping this pattern.