Crime Rate in Easton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Easton

The total recorded crimes in Easton, Bristol, City of, UK in March 2025 are around 142 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Easton crime rate of 2.28 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 Easton, encompassing approximately 62,164 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (49) incidents (11.36% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (90.91% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (15) incidents (36.36% increase)
Easton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Wood Street with total crimes: 14
  • Bourne Lane with total crimes: 5
  • Napier Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Easton?

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

  • Relative to Bristol, City of:

    • In 2024, Easton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bristol, City of average, with 1979 crimes compared to 2386.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Easton witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 34 other cities.

    • In 2023, Easton had fewer crimes than the Bristol, City of average, with 1,679 crimes compared to 1,902. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Easton witnessed more crimes than 24 out of 34 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Easton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Easton has recorded 142 crimes with crime rate of 2.28 ranking 15th out of 34 in the Bristol, City of, UK

In 2024, the total Easton crimes were 1,979. The crime rate of Easton in 2024 was 31.84 (year) or 2.65 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Bristol, City of.

In 2023, the total crimes in Easton were around 1,679 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.01 (year) or 2.25 (month) ranking 11 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
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

Easton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (49 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (47 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (48 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (53 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (25 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (53 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 49 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (140 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (60 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (63 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (61 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (27 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 281 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202511
January 202513
December 202414
November 202418
October 202419
September 202425
August 202430
July 202424
June 202460
May 202421
April 202425

A total of 42 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20247
August 20245
July 20247
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 716 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 59.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 140 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202549
February 202544
January 202566
December 202443
November 202447
October 202448
September 202453
August 202453
July 202449
June 2024140
May 202463
April 202461

A total of 206 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.17 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202511
January 202513
December 202413
November 202417
October 202417
September 202411
August 202421
July 202417
June 202424
May 202420
April 202427

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
November 20243
October 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 195 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20254
January 202513
December 202418
November 202410
October 202413
September 202418
August 202414
July 202416
June 202438
May 202413
April 202424

A total of 119 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20259
January 20258
December 202412
November 20244
October 202411
September 20246
August 20246
July 202413
June 202426
May 20249
April 20247

A total of 145 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20257
January 20256
December 202418
November 202416
October 202416
September 20246
August 20248
July 202412
June 202420
May 202412
April 202417

A total of 37 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244
September 20244
August 20242
July 20246
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 47 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20255
December 20246
November 20243
October 20245
September 20244
August 20243
July 20246
June 20244
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 10 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
August 20241
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 76 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.91 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202510
January 20258
December 20246
November 20245
October 20246
September 20248
August 20245
July 20247
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 17 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20244
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
May 20243
April 20241

High Crime Locations Easton in March 2025

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

1. Wood Street (Map)
Total14
Violence and sexual offences6
Drugs2
Public order2
Other crime1
Other theft1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
2. Bourne Lane (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Napier Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour5
4. Owen Street (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Church Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
6. Argyle Avenue (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Robert Street (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Carlyle Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Bridge View Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
10. Beam Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1

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