Crime in Knowle, Bristol, City of: statistics, rates and trends
1,407 crimes were recorded in Knowle, Bristol, City of in the 12 months to July 2026, 96.6 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Knowle, Bristol, City of at a glance
- Crime trends in Knowle, Bristol, City of
- Types of crime in Knowle, Bristol, City of
- Knowle, Bristol, City of compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Knowle, Bristol, City of
- What happened after crimes were reported in Knowle, Bristol, City of
- Population and deprivation in Knowle, Bristol, City of
- Questions about crime in Knowle, Bristol, City of
- About this data
1,407 crimes were recorded in Knowle, Bristol, City of in the 12 months to July 2026, 96.6 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 556 reports (40% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Knowle, Bristol, City of has the 1,334th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Knowle, Bristol, City of | Bristol, City of | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,407 | 73,545 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 96.6 | 148.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +3% | +9% | -1% |
| Population | 14,563 | 494,399 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Knowle, Bristol, City of was highest in the year to July 2024 (1,579 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (1,182). Over the whole period it rose 19%, 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 | 1,407 | 96.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,371 | 94.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,579 | 108.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,242 | 85.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,357 | 93.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,385 | 95.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,461 | 100.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,212 | 83.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,182 | 81.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 157 |
| June 2026 | 157 |
| May 2026 | 107 |
| April 2026 | 94 |
| March 2026 | 116 |
| February 2026 | 96 |
| January 2026 | 95 |
| December 2025 | 118 |
| November 2025 | 127 |
| October 2025 | 136 |
| September 2025 | 103 |
| August 2025 | 101 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Knowle, Bristol, City of 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 criminal damage and arson, vehicle crime, other crime.
The largest increases were in anti-social behaviour (+46%) and criminal damage and arson (+23%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-53%) and drugs (-41%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 556 | 38.2 | 1.12 | -4% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 252 | 17.3 | 1.13 | +46% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 140 | 9.6 | 1.42 | +23% |
| Public order | 103 | 7.1 | 1.06 | +1% |
| Vehicle crime | 99 | 6.8 | 1.38 | -16% |
| Other theft | 96 | 6.6 | 1.03 | +17% |
| Burglary | 44 | 3.0 | 0.85 | +7% |
| Other crime | 39 | 2.7 | 1.27 | +11% |
| Drugs | 22 | 1.5 | 0.46 | -41% |
| Shoplifting | 22 | 1.5 | 0.18 | -53% |
| Robbery | 19 | 1.3 | 0.97 | +46% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 0.5 | 0.57 | -43% |
| Bicycle theft | 7 | 0.5 | 0.58 | -42% |
Violence and sexual offences in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 556 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (38.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 39.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 252 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 46% on the year before. It made up 17.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 140 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 10.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 103 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 99 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 96 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 41% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 53% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 46% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 43% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Knowle, Bristol, City of
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Knowle, Bristol, City of, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Knowle, Bristol, City of.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Knowle, Bristol, City of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windmill Hill | 1,215 | 82.0 | -15% |
| Filwood | 1,877 | 140.1 | +45% |
| Brislington West | 1,846 | 145.6 | +51% |
| Hengrove and Whitchurch Park | 2,367 | 113.5 | +17% |
| Stockwood | 1,105 | 99.0 | +2% |
| Brislington East | 1,353 | 106.7 | +10% |
| Southville | 2,653 | 179.6 | +86% |
| Bedminster | 859 | 80.9 | -16% |
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 Knowle, Bristol, City of over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Ryde Road | 97 |
| On or near Ilminster Avenue | 62 |
| On or near Tavistock Road | 53 |
| On or near Chilton Road | 50 |
| On or near Tyrone Walk | 47 |
| On or near Daventry Road | 45 |
| On or near High Park | 39 |
| On or near Torrington Avenue | 37 |
| On or near Oakmeade Park | 36 |
| On or near Andover Road | 35 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Knowle, Bristol, City of 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 495 | 35.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 338 | 24.0% |
| Not recorded | 252 | 17.9% |
| Under investigation | 117 | 8.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 96 | 6.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 30 | 2.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 25 | 1.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 21 | 1.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 14 | 1.0% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 7 | 0.5% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.2% |
Knowle, Bristol, City of has an estimated population of 14,563. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Knowle, Bristol, City of sits in decile 5.0, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Knowle, Bristol, City of |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 65.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 64.0% |
| Social rented homes | 20.1% |
| Private rented homes | 15.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.0 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 14.0% |
Is Knowle, Bristol, City of a safe place to live?
Knowle, Bristol, City of recorded 96.6 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to 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 Knowle, Bristol, City of?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 556 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (252).
Is crime in Knowle, Bristol, City of going up or down?
Recorded crime in Knowle, Bristol, City of was up 3% on the year before: 1,407 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,371 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Knowle, Bristol, City of?
Knowle, Bristol, City of 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 Knowle, Bristol, City of. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.