Crime in Bishopsworth: statistics, rates and trends
1,570 crimes were recorded in Bishopsworth in the 12 months to July 2026, 112.6 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 16% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Bishopsworth at a glance
- Crime trends in Bishopsworth
- Types of crime in Bishopsworth
- Bishopsworth compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Bishopsworth
- What happened after crimes were reported in Bishopsworth
- Population and deprivation in Bishopsworth
- Questions about crime in Bishopsworth
- About this data
1,570 crimes were recorded in Bishopsworth in the 12 months to July 2026, 112.6 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 16% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 451 reports (29% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Bishopsworth has the 956th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bishopsworth | Bristol, City of | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,570 | 73,545 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 112.6 | 148.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +16% | +9% | -1% |
| Population | 13,937 | 494,399 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bishopsworth was highest in the year to July 2026 (1,570 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (1,175). Over the whole period it rose 9%, 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 | 1,570 | 112.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,356 | 97.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,376 | 98.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,275 | 91.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,175 | 84.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,191 | 85.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,248 | 89.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,424 | 102.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,443 | 103.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 139 |
| June 2026 | 154 |
| May 2026 | 155 |
| April 2026 | 149 |
| March 2026 | 141 |
| February 2026 | 92 |
| January 2026 | 132 |
| December 2025 | 117 |
| November 2025 | 133 |
| October 2025 | 125 |
| September 2025 | 131 |
| August 2025 | 102 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bishopsworth 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 anti-social behaviour, shoplifting, public order.
The largest increases were in anti-social behaviour (+42%) and criminal damage and arson (+23%). The largest falls were in drugs (-60%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 451 | 32.4 | 0.95 | +6% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 319 | 22.9 | 1.49 | +42% |
| Shoplifting | 236 | 16.9 | 2.04 | +19% |
| Public order | 131 | 9.4 | 1.41 | +10% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 117 | 8.4 | 1.24 | +23% |
| Other theft | 91 | 6.5 | 1.02 | -2% |
| Vehicle crime | 90 | 6.5 | 1.31 | +8% |
| Burglary | 43 | 3.1 | 0.87 | +5% |
| Robbery | 39 | 2.8 | 2.07 | +144% |
| Other crime | 31 | 2.2 | 1.05 | +63% |
| Drugs | 8 | 0.6 | 0.18 | -60% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 0.6 | 0.59 | -20% |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.3 | 0.35 | -50% |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.1 | 0.08 | +100% |
Violence and sexual offences in Bishopsworth
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bishopsworth recorded 451 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (32.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 28.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bishopsworth
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bishopsworth recorded 319 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (22.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 42% on the year before. It made up 20.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bishopsworth
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bishopsworth recorded 236 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 15.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bishopsworth
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bishopsworth recorded 131 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bishopsworth
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bishopsworth recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 7.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bishopsworth
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bishopsworth recorded 91 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bishopsworth
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bishopsworth recorded 90 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bishopsworth
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bishopsworth recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Bishopsworth
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Bishopsworth recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 144% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bishopsworth
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bishopsworth recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 63% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bishopsworth
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bishopsworth recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 60% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Bishopsworth
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Bishopsworth recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Bishopsworth
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Bishopsworth recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Bishopsworth
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Bishopsworth recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Bishopsworth, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bishopsworth.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Bishopsworth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedminster | 859 | 80.9 | -28% |
| Hartcliffe and Withywood | 3,823 | 196.8 | +75% |
| Filwood | 1,877 | 140.1 | +24% |
| Southville | 2,653 | 179.6 | +59% |
| Windmill Hill | 1,215 | 82.0 | -27% |
| Hengrove and Whitchurch Park | 2,367 | 113.5 | +1% |
| Knowle | 1,407 | 96.6 | -14% |
| Hotwells and Harbourside | 1,164 | 173.6 | +54% |
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 Bishopsworth over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shopping Area | 264 |
| On or near Parking Area | 123 |
| On or near Wills Way | 106 |
| On or near Lakeshore Drive | 59 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 45 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 42 |
| On or near Lewis Road | 40 |
| On or near Nailsea Close | 34 |
| On or near Cheddar Grove | 33 |
| On or near St Peter'S Rise | 28 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bishopsworth 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 | 506 | 32.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 414 | 26.4% |
| Not recorded | 319 | 20.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 108 | 6.9% |
| Under investigation | 108 | 6.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 40 | 2.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 19 | 1.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 17 | 1.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 15 | 1.0% |
| Local resolution | 13 | 0.8% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.2% |
Bishopsworth has an estimated population of 13,937. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bishopsworth sits in decile 6.5, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bishopsworth |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 65.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 69.3% |
| Social rented homes | 11.4% |
| Private rented homes | 19.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.5 |
Is Bishopsworth a safe place to live?
Bishopsworth recorded 112.6 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 Bishopsworth?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 451 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (319).
Is crime in Bishopsworth going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bishopsworth was up 16% on the year before: 1,570 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,356 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bishopsworth?
Bishopsworth 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 Bishopsworth. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.