Crime Rate in Hartcliffe and Withywood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hartcliffe and Withywood

The total recorded crimes in Hartcliffe and Withywood, Bristol, City of, UK in March 2025 are around 315 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hartcliffe and Withywood crime rate of 6.04 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 Hartcliffe and Withywood, encompassing approximately 52,185 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (124) incidents (5.08% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (52) incidents (92.59% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (39) incidents (25.81% increase)
Hartcliffe and Withywood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Peterson Square with total crimes: 39
  • Walwyn Gardens with total crimes: 14
  • Aldwick Avenue with total crimes: 11

How safe is Hartcliffe and Withywood?

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

  • Relative to Bristol, City of:

    • In 2024, Hartcliffe and Withywood reported a higher crime volume than the Bristol, City of average, with 4,640 crimes compared to 2,386. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Hartcliffe and Withywood witnessed more crimes than 32 out of 34 other cities.

    • In 2023, Hartcliffe and Withywood experienced a greater number of crimes than the Bristol, City of average, with 3,442 crimes compared to 1,902. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Hartcliffe and Withywood witnessed more crimes than 32 out of 34 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bristol, City of, Hartcliffe and Withywood has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Hartcliffe and Withywood Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Hartcliffe and Withywood has recorded 315 crimes with crime rate of 6.04 ranking 3th out of 34 in the Bristol, City of, UK

In 2024, the total Hartcliffe and Withywood crimes were 4,640. The crime rate of Hartcliffe and Withywood in 2024 was 88.91 (year) or 7.41 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Bristol, City of.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hartcliffe and Withywood were around 3,442 crimes with yearly crime rate of 65.96 (year) or 5.50 (month) ranking 3 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
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
Filwood135 161,990 121,612 13
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

Hartcliffe and Withywood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (124 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (52 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 118 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 35 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (109 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (37 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 123 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 57 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (102 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (69 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (147 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (122 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (150 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (58 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (163 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (63 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 172 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 78 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (298 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (100 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (171 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (62 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (139 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (66 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 93 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 202511
December 20249
November 20248
October 20246
September 20249
August 20245
July 20247
June 202418
May 20249
April 20244

A total of 1816 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 151.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 298 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025124
February 2025118
January 2025109
December 2024123
November 2024102
October 2024147
September 2024150
August 2024163
July 2024172
June 2024298
May 2024171
April 2024139

A total of 335 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 58 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202521
January 202522
December 202428
November 202422
October 202431
September 202424
August 202423
July 202431
June 202458
May 202435
April 202423

A total of 695 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 57.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 100 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202552
February 202527
January 202536
December 202450
November 202420
October 202483
September 202458
August 202463
July 202478
June 2024100
May 202462
April 202466

A total of 416 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 34.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202535
January 202521
December 202418
November 202421
October 202440
September 202432
August 202437
July 202434
June 202476
May 202437
April 202434

A total of 100 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20256
December 20249
November 202410
October 20249
September 20248
August 202413
July 20249
June 202410
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 58 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20254
December 20248
November 20244
October 20245
September 20245
August 20246
July 20246
May 20244
April 202411

A total of 157 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.08 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20259
January 202520
December 20246
November 202412
October 202417
September 202417
August 202420
July 202419
June 20244
May 202410
April 202412

A total of 58 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20259
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20247
August 20247
July 20244
June 20246
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 39 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 20249
July 20246
June 20242
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 179 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.92 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202510
January 202520
December 202411
November 20247
October 202415
September 202422
August 202418
July 202417
June 202422
May 202414
April 202410

A total of 562 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 46.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 122 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202539
February 202531
January 202537
December 202457
November 202469
October 2024122
September 202443
August 202459
July 202434
June 202428
May 202414
April 202429

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20242
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Hartcliffe and Withywood in March 2025

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

1. Peterson Square (Map)
Total39
Shoplifting29
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
2. Walwyn Gardens (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting9
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Aldwick Avenue (Map)
Total11
Anti-social behaviour5
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
4. Upjohn Crescent (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences8
Drugs1
5. The Groves (Map)
Total8
Drugs2
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Possession of weapons1
6. Maynard Road (Map)
Total7
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
Possession of weapons1
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Burglary2
Public order2
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
8. Bishport Close (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Other crime1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Bishport Avenue (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
10. Silcox Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

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