Crime Rate in Hotwells and Harbourside: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hotwells and Harbourside

The total recorded crimes in Hotwells and Harbourside, Bristol, City of, UK in March 2025 are around 70 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hotwells and Harbourside crime rate of 1.43 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 Hotwells and Harbourside, encompassing approximately 48,832 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (-4.55% decrease)
  • Other theft: (11) incidents (120.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (-11.11% decrease)
Hotwells and Harbourside Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 7
  • Explore Lane with total crimes: 6
  • Gefle Close with total crimes: 6

How safe is Hotwells and Harbourside?

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

  • Relative to Bristol, City of:

    • In 2024, Hotwells and Harbourside demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bristol, City of average, with 1084 crimes compared to 2386.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Hotwells and Harbourside recorded fewer crimes than 27 out of 34 other cities.

    • In 2023, Hotwells and Harbourside had fewer crimes than the Bristol, City of average, with 1,020 crimes compared to 1,902. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Hotwells and Harbourside recorded fewer crimes than 26 out of 34 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Hotwells and Harbourside Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Hotwells and Harbourside has recorded 70 crimes with crime rate of 1.43 ranking 28th out of 34 in the Bristol, City of, UK

In 2024, the total Hotwells and Harbourside crimes were 1,084. The crime rate of Hotwells and Harbourside in 2024 was 22.20 (year) or 1.85 (month) ranking it 28 dangerous area in the Bristol, City of.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hotwells and Harbourside were around 1,020 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.89 (year) or 1.74 (month) ranking 27 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
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
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

Hotwells and Harbourside Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) and then Bicycle theft showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (44 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 99 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20254
December 20245
November 20246
October 20247
September 20245
August 20248
July 20245
June 202428
May 202413
April 20249

A total of 82 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20252
January 20253
December 20247
November 20245
October 20249
September 20245
August 20247
July 20245
June 202422
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 120 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20259
January 202515
December 20248
November 20247
October 20249
September 20249
August 202412
July 202416
June 20248
May 20248
April 202411

A total of 58 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 202511
December 20241
November 20245
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244
July 20241
June 20248
May 20244
April 20247

A total of 123 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20255
January 20256
December 202412
November 20247
October 20246
September 20248
August 202417
July 20249
June 202430
May 20249
April 20243

A total of 323 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202522
January 202521
December 202420
November 202428
October 202422
September 202428
August 202430
July 202433
June 202444
May 202426
April 202428

A total of 43 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
September 20243
August 20245
July 20249
June 20244
May 20241
April 20247

A total of 21 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
October 20244
September 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 56 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20245
October 20246
September 20245
August 202417
July 20243
June 20244
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20242
September 20241
July 20244
April 20241

A total of 100 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20257
December 20247
November 20246
October 202414
September 20249
August 20248
July 202411
June 202420
May 20243
April 20248

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
November 20244
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 10 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
June 20244

High Crime Locations Hotwells and Harbourside in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft2
Bicycle theft1
2. Explore Lane (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Other theft1
3. Gefle Close (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
5. Lower Lamb Street (Map)
Total4
Burglary2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Ferry Terminal (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
7. Canons Way (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
8. Anchor Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Rownham Mead (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
10. Pooles Wharf Court (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1

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