Crime Rate in Filwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Filwood

The total recorded crimes in Filwood, Bristol, City of, UK in March 2025 are around 135 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Filwood crime rate of 3.89 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Filwood, encompassing approximately 34,665 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (65) incidents (-9.72% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (31) incidents (47.62% increase)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Filwood Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 10
  • Willinton Road with total crimes: 6
  • Pevensey Walk with total crimes: 5

How safe is Filwood?

To understand the safety of Filwood, we need to analyze Filwood crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Bristol, City of:

    • In 2024, Filwood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bristol, City of average, with 1990 crimes compared to 2386.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Filwood witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 34 other cities.

    • In 2023, Filwood had fewer crimes than the Bristol, City of average, with 1,612 crimes compared to 1,902. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Filwood witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 34 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bristol, City of, Filwood has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Filwood Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Filwood has recorded 135 crimes with crime rate of 3.89 ranking 16th out of 34 in the Bristol, City of, UK

In 2024, the total Filwood crimes were 1,990. The crime rate of Filwood in 2024 was 57.41 (year) or 4.78 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Bristol, City of.

In 2023, the total crimes in Filwood were around 1,612 crimes with yearly crime rate of 46.50 (year) or 3.88 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Bristol, City of.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bristol, City of)CrimesRank (Bristol, City of)CrimesRank (Bristol, City of)
Lawrence Hill858 212,620 210,736 1
Central976 112,772 18,007 2
Hartcliffe and Withywood315 34,640 33,442 3
Ashley285 44,003 43,287 4
Avonmouth and Lawrence Weston254 53,553 52,794 5
Hengrove and Whitchurch Park196 92,255 102,571 6
Southville217 72,783 62,349 8
Eastville223 62,552 91,851 9
Lockleaze206 82,673 72,393 7
Frome Vale192 102,593 81,732 10
Easton142 151,979 131,679 11
Henbury and Brentry178 112,136 111,544 14
Brislington West153 121,918 141,665 12
Southmead153 131,892 151,440 15
Horfield148 141,766 161,439 16
Knowle112 191,689 181,357 17
Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze106 211,696 171,293 20
Bishopston and Ashley Down115 171,290 241,114 24
Bishopsworth77 271,632 191,319 18
Brislington East113 181,486 211,144 23
St George Central101 221,599 201,301 19
Stockwood108 201,308 231,168 22
Windmill Hill68 291,319 221,202 21
Stoke Bishop99 23934 30811 31
Clifton90 241,119 261,024 26
St George West68 301,086 271,053 25
Hillfields88 251,253 25819 30
Cotham77 26777 32654 32
Hotwells and Harbourside70 281,084 281,020 27
Clifton Down50 32909 31894 28
Bedminster48 331,006 29893 29
Redland54 31709 33582 33
St George Troopers Hill45 34427 34289 34
Clevedon Walton7 3573 3586 35

Filwood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (65 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (31 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 72 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (53 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 66 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (81 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (63 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (36 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (57 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (32 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (85 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 87 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (162 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (62 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (80 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (26 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (66 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (32 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 344 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202521
January 202522
December 202418
November 202420
October 202436
September 202432
August 202422
July 202422
June 202462
May 202426
April 202432

A total of 127 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.58 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20259
December 20248
November 202410
October 202410
September 202411
August 20244
July 202412
June 202418
May 202420
April 202415

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20244
September 20243
August 20243
July 20242
May 20242

A total of 144 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202510
January 202510
December 20242
November 202412
October 202414
September 202411
August 202417
July 202410
June 202420
May 202416
April 202412

A total of 937 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 78.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 162 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202565
February 202572
January 202553
December 202466
November 202481
October 202463
September 202457
August 202485
July 202487
June 2024162
May 202480
April 202466

A total of 13 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 125 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 20256
December 202410
November 202410
October 20249
September 20247
August 202412
July 202410
June 202430
May 202410
April 20247

A total of 121 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20257
January 20259
December 20247
November 20246
October 202412
September 202416
August 20248
July 202411
June 202418
May 20249
April 202413

A total of 62 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20257
December 20246
November 20243
October 20243
September 20241
August 20244
July 20247
June 202412
May 20244
April 20248

A total of 29 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
July 20241

A total of 17 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20254
December 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 17 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241
July 20243
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 17 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Filwood in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Filwood postcode area is presented below.

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
2. Willinton Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Pevensey Walk (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
4. St Whytes Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
5. Glyn Vale (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
6. Creswicke Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Bratton Road (Map)
Total4
Burglary2
Other theft1
Public order1
8. Headford Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
9. Melvin Square (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
10. Neston Walk (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4

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