Stoke Gifford Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Stoke Gifford's January 2025 crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents marked a 28.2% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, positioning the area as one of the safer built-up regions in the country. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.6% of all reported incidents, followed by shoplifting (17.8%) and other theft (16.8%). This distribution suggests that personal safety remains a primary concern, though the area's overall violent crime rate is 32% below the UK average. The seasonal context of January—characterized by post-holiday economic inactivity, shorter daylight hours, and reduced foot traffic—likely contributed to the lower overall crime rate, particularly in outdoor-related offences such as vehicle crime and public order incidents. However, the persistence of shoplifting at 0.9 per 1,000, significantly above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, indicates that retail environments in Stoke Gifford may require targeted interventions. This discrepancy could be attributed to the area's proximity to major retail corridors or the presence of high-traffic commercial zones that remain active even during winter months. Meanwhile, the comparatively low rates of criminal damage (41% below the UK average) and burglary (equal to the UK average) suggest that property crime prevention measures may be effectively implemented in residential areas. The seasonal decline in outdoor crime, coupled with the area's low overall rate, reinforces the notion that Stoke Gifford's built-up environment, while not immune to specific challenges, benefits from factors such as community engagement, effective policing, or the physical characteristics of its urban layout that deter certain types of crime.

January 2025 saw notable decreases in bicycle theft, which fell by 75% compared to the previous month, and anti-social behaviour, which dropped by 66.7%. These declines may reflect the post-holiday lull in activity and reduced outdoor presence during shorter winter days. Conversely, drug-related offences surged by 200%, rising from 1 to 3 incidents, while possession of weapons increased by 100%, moving from 0 to 1. This spike in drug-related crime contrasts with the overall downward trend and may indicate shifts in local patterns or unmet demand. Shoplifting remained a persistent concern, with rates 45% above the UK average at 0.9 per 1,000. This anomaly could be linked to the area's retail density. month-on-month increase from 15 to 19 incidents warrants further scrutiny. The balance between property crimes (58) and violent crimes (36) also shifted slightly, with property offences comprising 54% of all reported crimes—a proportion higher than the UK average for this category.

Stoke Gifford's crime rate in January 2025 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a 9.3% decrease from the previous month's 5.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the seasonal context of reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours typical of January. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that provides a tangible snapshot of local safety. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 198 residents underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This context suggests that residents face a lower risk of encountering crime than the national average, though localized patterns—such as shoplifting rates 45% above the UK average—highlight areas requiring closer attention. The reduction in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime also indicates that targeted efforts or seasonal factors may have contributed to this month's improved figures.