Is Avonmouth and Shirehampton Safe?
Crime statistics for Avonmouth and Shirehampton. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 1,361 total crimes recorded in Avonmouth and Shirehampton
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Avonmouth and Shirehampton — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Avonmouth and Shirehampton
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Compare Avonmouth and Shirehampton With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Avonmouth and Shirehampton safe?
Avonmouth and Shirehampton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 10/100, rated High Crime. A total of 1,361 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 6.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Avonmouth and Shirehampton are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Avonmouth and Shirehampton in the last 12 months?
1,361 crimes were recorded in Avonmouth and Shirehampton in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 6.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,456 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 491 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Avonmouth and Shirehampton?
The most common crime in Avonmouth and Shirehampton is Violent Crime, with 491 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 36.1% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Avonmouth and Shirehampton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Avonmouth and Shirehampton is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 6.5% — from 1,456 crimes in the previous 12 months to 1,361 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Avonmouth and Shirehampton?
Avonmouth and Shirehampton has a safety score of 10 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Avonmouth and Shirehampton compare to the Avon and Somerset Constabulary average?
Avonmouth and Shirehampton has a safety score of 10/100, while the Avon and Somerset Constabulary force area average is 14/100. Avonmouth and Shirehampton is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Avonmouth and Shirehampton?
37.1% of crimes recorded in Avonmouth and Shirehampton resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Avon and Somerset Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Avonmouth and Shirehampton?
491 violent crimes were recorded in Avonmouth and Shirehampton in the last 12 months — representing 36.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 178 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Avonmouth and Shirehampton last updated?
The crime data for Avonmouth and Shirehampton was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Avonmouth and Shirehampton with other areas?
You can compare Avonmouth and Shirehampton with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.