Stoke Gifford Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Stoke Gifford’s crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 in July 2025 stands 50% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, marking one of the most significant gaps between a built-up area and national figures. This stark contrast suggests a combination of effective local policing, community engagement, and the area’s character as a commuter-focused, low-density urban suburb within South Gloucestershire. The breakdown reveals violence and sexual offences as the most prevalent category, accounting for 41.1% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.4%) and other theft (12.2%). These figures align with patterns typical of areas with a mix of residential and retail zones, where personal safety concerns and minor thefts dominate. Seasonal context appears to influence the data: July’s peak summer activity, school holidays, and local festivals likely contribute to higher reported incidents of anti-social behaviour and violence, though the overall rate remains stable compared to the UK’s typically higher summer crime spikes. The relatively low burglary and criminal damage rates—63% and 84% below UK averages, respectively—suggest that Stoke Gifford’s suburban layout, with fewer high-density housing blocks, may reduce opportunities for such crimes. This pattern is consistent with areas where community cohesion and visible policing deter more severe offences. The dominance of violent crimes, however, raises questions about local factors such as alcohol-related incidents during summer events or targeted policing efforts that may underreport property crimes. While causation, the interplay between population density, seasonal activity, and local crime prevention strategies likely shapes these outcomes.

July 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with drugs offences surging by 100% (from 0 to 5) and other theft rising by 83.3% (from 6 to 11), suggesting increased vulnerability in specific contexts such as unsecured properties during school holidays. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 47.1% (from 17 to 9), potentially reflecting heightened awareness or targeted interventions around retail areas. Violence and sexual offences, though the most common category, remain 41% below the UK average, indicating that local measures may be mitigating severe incidents despite seasonal pressures. The sharp decline in burglary (25%) and criminal damage (25%) reinforces the area’s comparative safety, with both categories significantly underperforming UK averages by 63% and 84%, respectively. These reductions may be linked to Stoke Gifford’s suburban infrastructure, where fewer high-traffic zones and community-oriented policing reduce opportunities for such crimes. A resident might find the 3.3% rate of burglary (3 incidents) particularly reassuring, as it contrasts sharply with the UK’s 0.3 per 1,000 average. The increase in drugs offences, however, highlights a potential gap in local drug prevention strategies. These shifts underscore the need for targeted approaches to address emerging risks while maintaining the area’s overall safety profile.

Stoke Gifford’s crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 in July 2025 remained stable compared to June’s 4.3 per 1,000, reflecting a consistent trend over the past month. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 3 crimes per day in July, a figure that translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 235 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while not directly comparable to UK-wide statistics, provides a localised perspective on how frequently residents encounter crime. With a population of 21,181, the 90 total crimes reported represent a manageable burden relative to the size of the community, particularly when compared to the UK’s higher average. The stability in the crime rate suggests that existing measures—whether community-based initiatives, policing strategies, or environmental design—have successfully mitigated fluctuations that might otherwise occur during peak summer months. This consistency is notable in an area that typically experiences seasonal variations, such as increased foot traffic during festivals or events. The low incidence of burglary and criminal damage, even when scaled to the population, further reinforces the area’s resilience to property-related crime. For residents, these figures indicate a relatively safe environment, though the slight increases in drugs and other theft offences warrant continued monitoring to ensure that emerging trends do not disrupt the area’s overall safety trajectory.