Stoke Gifford Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Stoke Gifford’s crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents placed it 45.3% below the UK average of 7.5. This marked contrast with national trends highlights the area’s unique balance between property and violent crime, which were each recorded at 34 incidents—a near-equal split. While property crimes typically dominate in urban centres, the parity here suggests a combination of local factors. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences (39.5% of total incidents), slightly above the UK average for this category (38%), though still significantly lower than the national rate. Other theft (12.8%) and vehicle crime (11.6%) followed, with the latter matching the UK average. Seasonal dynamics likely influenced patterns: dark evenings during Bonfire Night may have contributed to higher violent crime rates, while Black Friday shopping could have driven retail-related offences. However, shoplifting fell sharply by 73.3% compared to October, reflecting increased security measures or reduced foot traffic during the holiday season. The low crime rate overall may reflect the area’s character as a relatively quiet built-up zone within South Gloucestershire, where community policing and lower population density contribute to safer conditions. This balance between property and violent crime suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories like violence, while the overall reduction in shoplifting indicates potential success in retail crime prevention strategies.

November 2023 saw significant shifts in Stoke Gifford’s crime profile. Robbery and bicycle theft both doubled from October, with robbery rising from zero to one incident and bicycle theft increasing from two to four. This spike in bicycle theft—150% above the UK average—may be linked to increased cycling during darker evenings, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 73.3% (from 15 to 4), the most dramatic decline of any category, possibly due to heightened retail security or reduced consumer activity during the holiday season. Vehicle crime also rose sharply by 66.7% (from six to 10), tied to seasonal travel patterns or changes in parking behaviour. While violent crime remained stable, the category’s rate of 1.6 per 1,000 residents was 38% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, suggesting effective local policing in this area. Anti-social behaviour incidents fell by 62% compared to the UK average, reflecting the area’s relatively low levels of disorder. For residents, the doubling of bicycle theft serves as a concrete reminder to secure bikes during November’s shorter daylight hours. These month-on-month changes illustrate the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with some categories responding to seasonal rhythms while others remain resilient to external pressures.

Stoke Gifford’s November 2023 crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents marked a 21.8% decline from October’s rate of 5.2, continuing a downward trend that has likely contributed to its consistently low crime profile compared to the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly three crimes per day in November, a figure that may feel more tangible when contextualised against the population of 21,181 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 246 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Stoke Gifford among the safest areas in the UK. This statistic, while not directly comparable to national figures, underscores the area’s effectiveness in crime prevention. The 45.3% gap between Stoke Gifford’s rate and the UK average suggests systemic differences in policing, community engagement, or socioeconomic factors. For instance, the area’s lower rate of anti-social behaviour (62% below the UK average) may reflect strong local community ties, while the absence of a significant student population—unlike university towns—could explain the relatively low levels of bicycle theft and shoplifting. These comparative metrics highlight how Stoke Gifford’s built-up area status within South Gloucestershire balances urban characteristics with the safety of a smaller, more cohesive community, where crime prevention efforts appear to align with the area’s demographic and geographic realities.