Stoke Gifford Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Stoke Gifford's crime profile in October 2025, accounting for 34.5% of all reported crimes. This category alone stands at 1.9 per 1,000 residents, 29% below the UK average for the same category. The area's overall crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents places it 28.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower-than-average profile in violent crime. Public order offences, while comprising 19% of total crimes, are 89% above the UK average, a stark contrast that may relate to the area's built-up character and local events. Seasonal factors in October—such as darker evenings and Halloween—likely contribute to fluctuations in public order and anti-social behaviour reports. The balance between property and violent crime remains roughly equal, with 40 incidents each in October, though property crime rates are generally lower than UK averages. This pattern may reflect Stoke Gifford's urban density and the presence of retail and community spaces that attract both foot traffic and associated crime types. The data illustrates a combination of local demographics and seasonal rhythms, with no single factor dominating the crime picture.

October 2025 saw sharp month-on-month increases in vehicle crime (+700%), anti-social behaviour (+266.7%), and burglary (+250%), marking a significant shift in the crime profile. Vehicle crime, now at 8 incidents, may partly explain the rise, possibly linked to increased Halloween-related traffic or unsecured vehicles in residential areas. Anti-social behaviour, though still below the UK average, surged from 3 to 11 cases, reflecting seasonal gatherings or community tensions exacerbated by darker evenings. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 50% to 9 incidents, due to reduced retail footfall during October compared to busier months like December. The drugs category also dropped by 50%, though it remains well below the UK average. Public order offences remain 89% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in this category. For residents, the 700% spike in vehicle crime serves as a concrete reminder to secure vehicles during local events. The balance between property and violent crime remains roughly equal, though both categories are below the UK average for their respective types. This contrast underscores Stoke Gifford's unique crime dynamics compared to broader national trends.

Stoke Gifford's crime rate rose from 3.8 per 1,000 in September to 5.5 per 1,000 in October, a 43.5% increase. This shift places the area's monthly exposure at 1 reported crime for every 183 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of crime in relation to population size. Daily crime activity averaged 4 incidents per day in October, a locally specific metric that does not directly compare to UK-wide daily figures. The area's lower-than-average violent crime rate—particularly for violence and sexual offences—suggests a safer environment in this category, though public order offences remain significantly higher than the UK average. This divergence may reflect Stoke Gifford's built-up nature and the presence of community spaces that attract gatherings, contributing to public order challenges. The 43.5% month-on-month increase, while notable, must be viewed in context: it represents a proportional rise in a relatively low-crime area, rather than an absolute surge. Residents may find the daily crime count (4 per day) more immediately relatable, as it provides a tangible sense of local risk without overemphasising statistical anomalies. The population-scaled perspective—1 in 183 residents affected monthly—offers a balanced view of how crime impacts the community relative to its size.