Is Bishopston Safe?
Crime statistics for Bishopston. 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 — 1,755 total crimes recorded in Bishopston
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Bishopston — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bishopston safe?
Bishopston has a CrimeRadar safety score of 4/100, rated High Crime. A total of 1,755 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 58% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Bishopston are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Bishopston in the last 12 months?
1,755 crimes were recorded in Bishopston in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 58% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,111 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 678 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Bishopston?
The most common crime in Bishopston is Violent Crime, with 678 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 38.6% 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 Bishopston increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Bishopston is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 58% — from 1,111 crimes in the previous 12 months to 1,755 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Bishopston?
Bishopston has a safety score of 4 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 Bishopston compare to the Avon and Somerset Constabulary average?
Bishopston has a safety score of 4/100, while the Avon and Somerset Constabulary force area average is 14/100. Bishopston 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 Bishopston?
40.9% of crimes recorded in Bishopston 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 Bishopston?
678 violent crimes were recorded in Bishopston in the last 12 months — representing 38.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 155 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 Bishopston last updated?
The crime data for Bishopston 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 Bishopston with other areas?
You can compare Bishopston 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.