Is Bishopston Safe?
Crime statistics for Bishopston. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 64 total crimes recorded in Bishopston
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Bishopston — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Bishopston
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Bishopston by safety score
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bishopston safe?
Bishopston has a CrimeRadar safety score of 89/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 64 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 23.8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Bishopston is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Bishopston in the last 12 months?
64 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 a decrease of 23.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (84 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 26 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Bishopston?
The most common crime in Bishopston is Violent Crime, with 26 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 40.6% 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 decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 23.8% — from 84 crimes in the previous 12 months to 64 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Bishopston?
Bishopston has a safety score of 89 out of 100 (Very Safe). 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 South Wales Police average?
Bishopston has a safety score of 89/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. Bishopston is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Bishopston?
57.1% 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 South Wales Police. 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?
26 violent crimes were recorded in Bishopston in the last 12 months — representing 40.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 5 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 January 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.