Crime in Redland: statistics, rates and trends
685 crimes were recorded in Redland in the 12 months to July 2026, 49.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before.
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685 crimes were recorded in Redland in the 12 months to July 2026, 49.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 180 reports (26% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Redland has the 3,042nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Redland | Bristol, City of | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 685 | 73,545 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 49.5 | 148.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +8% | +9% | -1% |
| Population | 13,837 | 494,399 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Redland was highest in the year to July 2018 (744 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (555). Over the whole period it fell 8%, 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 | 685 | 49.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 636 | 46.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 598 | 43.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 555 | 40.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 597 | 43.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 628 | 45.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 602 | 43.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 629 | 45.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 744 | 53.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 47 |
| June 2026 | 55 |
| May 2026 | 53 |
| April 2026 | 63 |
| March 2026 | 50 |
| February 2026 | 35 |
| January 2026 | 51 |
| December 2025 | 57 |
| November 2025 | 80 |
| October 2025 | 80 |
| September 2025 | 68 |
| August 2025 | 46 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Redland 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 vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+41%) and shoplifting (+37%). The largest falls were in other theft (-31%) and public order (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 180 | 13.0 | 0.38 | -3% |
| Vehicle crime | 134 | 9.7 | 1.97 | +41% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 69 | 5.0 | 0.33 | +1% |
| Shoplifting | 59 | 4.3 | 0.51 | +37% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 56 | 4.0 | 0.60 | +30% |
| Burglary | 54 | 3.9 | 1.10 | +17% |
| Other theft | 42 | 3.0 | 0.47 | -31% |
| Public order | 42 | 3.0 | 0.46 | -18% |
| Other crime | 14 | 1.0 | 0.48 | +17% |
| Bicycle theft | 11 | 0.8 | 0.97 | -8% |
| Drugs | 10 | 0.7 | 0.22 | +67% |
| Robbery | 10 | 0.7 | 0.53 | -17% |
| Theft from the person | 4 | 0.3 | 0.17 | +300% |
Violence and sexual offences in Redland
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Redland recorded 180 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 26.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Redland
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Redland recorded 134 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 41% on the year before. It made up 19.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Redland
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Redland recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 10.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Redland
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Redland recorded 59 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 37% on the year before. It made up 8.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Redland
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Redland recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 8.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Redland
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Redland recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 7.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Redland
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Redland recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Redland
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Redland recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Redland
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Redland recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Redland
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Redland recorded 11 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 8% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Redland
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Redland recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Redland
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Redland recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Redland
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Redland recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Redland, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Redland.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Redland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotham | 766 | 84.7 | +71% |
| Bishopston and Ashley Down | 1,214 | 87.8 | +77% |
| Clifton Down | 1,189 | 90.8 | +83% |
| Ashley | 3,789 | 173.6 | +251% |
| Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze | 1,590 | 76.0 | +54% |
| Central | 12,347 | 524.2 | +959% |
| Horfield | 2,068 | 153.1 | +209% |
| Clifton | 1,050 | 80.7 | +63% |
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 Redland over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 116 |
| On or near The Quadrant | 35 |
| On or near Brookfield Avenue | 23 |
| On or near Blenheim Road | 22 |
| On or near Iddesleigh Road | 22 |
| On or near Meridian Terrace | 18 |
| On or near Dulverton Road | 15 |
| On or near Redland Court Road | 15 |
| On or near Chapter Walk | 14 |
| On or near Salisbury Road | 14 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Redland 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 | 325 | 47.4% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 155 | 22.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 72 | 10.5% |
| Not recorded | 69 | 10.1% |
| Under investigation | 34 | 5.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 11 | 1.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 7 | 1.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 5 | 0.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 3 | 0.4% |
| Local resolution | 3 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Redland has an estimated population of 13,837. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Redland sits in decile 9.3, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Redland |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 70.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 66.4% |
| Social rented homes | 3.1% |
| Private rented homes | 30.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 9.3 |
Is Redland a safe place to live?
Redland recorded 49.5 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 Redland?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 180 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by vehicle crime (134).
Is crime in Redland going up or down?
Recorded crime in Redland was up 8% on the year before: 685 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 636 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Redland?
Redland 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 Redland. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.