Stoke Gifford Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 saw Stoke Gifford’s crime rate remain below the UK average, with 6.1 crimes per 1,000 residents—19.7% lower than the national figure of 7.6. The balance between property and violent crime reveals a distinct pattern: property crimes (56 incidents) slightly outnumbered violent crimes (45 incidents). Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.9% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.4%) and shoplifting (10.9%). This distribution aligns with the area’s character as a built-up district within South Gloucestershire, where retail centres and residential areas intersect. The higher proportion of property crimes may reflect seasonal factors such as Black Friday shopping and the onset of darker evenings, which can increase opportunities for theft. Meanwhile, the relatively lower violent crime rate compared to the UK average suggests a community with fewer incidents of aggression or conflict, though the presence of 45 violent crimes still warrants attention. Anti-social behaviour, while below the UK average, remains a notable category, potentially linked to local social dynamics or youth activity. The data also shows shoplifting rates slightly above the UK average, consistent with the area’s retail presence. These findings highlight a combination of local geography, seasonal rhythms, and community characteristics that shape the crime profile.

November 2024 brought stark shifts in Stoke Gifford’s crime profile, with several categories showing marked changes. Criminal damage and arson surged by 700% (from 1 to 8 incidents), a jump likely tied to Bonfire Night activities and increased property maintenance challenges during colder weather. Burglary and other crime both rose by 200%, potentially reflecting heightened vulnerability during holiday periods or increased unoccupied properties. Conversely, other theft fell by 64.3% (from 14 to 5), possibly due to improved security measures or seasonal changes in retail activity. Violence and sexual offences, though remaining the largest category, were 19% below the UK average (2.1 vs 2.6 per 1,000), indicating a safer environment in this area compared to national trends. Vehicle crime also stood out, with rates 59% above the UK average (0.7 vs 0.4 per 1,000), a figure that may be linked to the area’s commuter traffic and parking infrastructure. For residents, the 186% increase in bicycle theft (from 1 to 4 incidents) is a concrete concern, suggesting a need for enhanced cycle storage solutions. These fluctuations illustrate how local conditions—such as seasonal events, infrastructure, and community initiatives—can influence crime patterns in distinct ways.

Stoke Gifford’s crime rate in November 2024 (6.1 per 1,000) marked a 15.1% increase from the previous month’s rate of 5.3, reflecting a notable upward trend. This rise, while modest, underscores the volatility of crime statistics over short periods. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 4 crimes per day in November, a figure that may feel more tangible for residents than aggregate monthly totals. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 164 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Stoke Gifford in a relatively safer position compared to areas with higher population densities or more concentrated criminal activity. When scaled to the area’s population of 21,181, the 129 total crimes represent a manageable burden, though the increase from October raises questions about underlying factors. The 15.1% month-on-month rise could be attributed to the timing of events such as Black Friday, which often correlates with spikes in retail-related crimes, or to the transition into darker evenings, which may affect both property and violent crime rates. These figures, when contextualised against the local population, provide a clearer picture of how crime impacts daily life in Stoke Gifford compared to broader national trends.