Crime in Bedminster: statistics, rates and trends
859 crimes were recorded in Bedminster in the 12 months to July 2026, 80.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 11% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Bedminster at a glance
- Crime trends in Bedminster
- Types of crime in Bedminster
- Bedminster compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Bedminster
- What happened after crimes were reported in Bedminster
- Population and deprivation in Bedminster
- Questions about crime in Bedminster
- About this data
859 crimes were recorded in Bedminster in the 12 months to July 2026, 80.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 11% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 286 reports (33% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Bedminster has the 1,820th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bedminster | Bristol, City of | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 859 | 73,545 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 80.9 | 148.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +11% | +9% | -1% |
| Population | 10,617 | 494,399 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bedminster was highest in the year to July 2020 (975 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (773). Over the whole period it fell 5%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 859 | 80.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 773 | 72.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 973 | 91.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 868 | 81.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 962 | 90.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 885 | 83.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 975 | 91.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 968 | 91.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 906 | 85.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 78 |
| June 2026 | 78 |
| May 2026 | 77 |
| April 2026 | 69 |
| March 2026 | 57 |
| February 2026 | 73 |
| January 2026 | 64 |
| December 2025 | 55 |
| November 2025 | 67 |
| October 2025 | 77 |
| September 2025 | 85 |
| August 2025 | 79 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bedminster over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for other theft, vehicle crime, burglary.
The largest increases were in criminal damage and arson (+49%) and burglary (+38%). The largest falls were in public order (-23%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 286 | 26.9 | 0.79 | +11% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 103 | 9.7 | 0.63 | -4% |
| Other theft | 86 | 8.1 | 1.27 | +15% |
| Public order | 79 | 7.4 | 1.12 | -23% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 70 | 6.6 | 0.97 | +49% |
| Vehicle crime | 70 | 6.6 | 1.34 | +17% |
| Shoplifting | 49 | 4.6 | 0.56 | +29% |
| Burglary | 47 | 4.4 | 1.25 | +38% |
| Other crime | 24 | 2.3 | 1.07 | +140% |
| Robbery | 17 | 1.6 | 1.19 | +13% |
| Drugs | 13 | 1.2 | 0.37 | +8% |
| Bicycle theft | 8 | 0.8 | 0.92 | -27% |
| Theft from the person | 4 | 0.4 | 0.22 | +33% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.3 | 0.29 | +200% |
Violence and sexual offences in Bedminster
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bedminster recorded 286 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (26.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 33.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bedminster
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bedminster recorded 103 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 12.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bedminster
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bedminster recorded 86 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 10.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bedminster
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bedminster recorded 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 9.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bedminster
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bedminster recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 49% on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bedminster
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bedminster recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bedminster
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bedminster recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bedminster
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bedminster recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bedminster
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bedminster recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 140% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Bedminster
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Bedminster recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bedminster
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bedminster recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Bedminster
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Bedminster recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Bedminster
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Bedminster recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Bedminster
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Bedminster recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Bedminster, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bedminster.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Bedminster |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southville | 2,653 | 179.6 | +122% |
| Bishopsworth | 1,570 | 112.6 | +39% |
| Hotwells and Harbourside | 1,164 | 173.6 | +115% |
| Windmill Hill | 1,215 | 82.0 | +1% |
| Filwood | 1,877 | 140.1 | +73% |
| Clifton | 1,050 | 80.7 | -0% |
| Central | 12,347 | 524.2 | +548% |
| Knowle | 1,407 | 96.6 | +19% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Bedminster over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 100 |
| On or near Cannon Street | 55 |
| On or near Colliery Close | 36 |
| On or near Skypark Road | 31 |
| On or near Cromwell Street | 30 |
| On or near Luckwell Road | 28 |
| On or near Hendre Road | 27 |
| On or near Micklewright Close | 26 |
| On or near West Street | 23 |
| On or near Gladstone Street | 21 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bedminster over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 298 | 34.7% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 272 | 31.7% |
| Not recorded | 103 | 12.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 76 | 8.8% |
| Under investigation | 51 | 5.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 21 | 2.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 11 | 1.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 7 | 0.8% |
| Local resolution | 7 | 0.8% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.3% |
| Suspect charged as part of another case | 3 | 0.3% |
Bedminster has an estimated population of 10,617. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bedminster sits in decile 6.2, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bedminster |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 72.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 63.0% |
| Social rented homes | 10.2% |
| Private rented homes | 26.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.2 |
Is Bedminster a safe place to live?
Bedminster recorded 80.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Bedminster?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 286 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (103).
Is crime in Bedminster going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bedminster was up 11% on the year before: 859 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 773 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bedminster?
Bedminster is policed by Avon and Somerset. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Bedminster. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.