Avon and Somerset Constabulary

Is Severn Vale and Pilning Safe?

Crime statistics for Severn Vale and Pilning. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.

Last 12 months: April 2025 – March 2026 646 crimes
28 / 100 Below Average

Safety Score !

646 Crimes (last 12 months)
100% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑1.3% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 646 total crimes recorded in Severn Vale and Pilning

Violent Crime
296 45.8%
Anti-Social Behaviour
71 11%
Public Order
66 10.2%
Criminal Damage & Arson
59 9.1%
Other Theft
57 8.8%
Burglary
32 5%
Vehicle Crime
31 4.8%
Other Crime
14 2.2%
Shoplifting
7 1.1%
Drugs
7 1.1%
Possession of Weapons
5 0.8%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.2%
Robbery
0 0%
Theft from Person
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Severn Vale and Pilning — last 12 months

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Safest Areas Near Severn Vale and Pilning

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Severn Vale and Pilning safe?

Severn Vale and Pilning has a CrimeRadar safety score of 28/100, rated Below Average. A total of 646 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 1.3% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Severn Vale and Pilning are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.

How many crimes were recorded in Severn Vale and Pilning in the last 12 months?

646 crimes were recorded in Severn Vale and Pilning in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 1.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (638 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 296 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Severn Vale and Pilning?

The most common crime in Severn Vale and Pilning is Violent Crime, with 296 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 45.8% 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 Severn Vale and Pilning increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Severn Vale and Pilning is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 1.3% — from 638 crimes in the previous 12 months to 646 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.

What is the safety score for Severn Vale and Pilning?

Severn Vale and Pilning has a safety score of 28 out of 100 (Below Average). 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 Severn Vale and Pilning compare to the Avon and Somerset Constabulary average?

Severn Vale and Pilning has a safety score of 28/100, while the Avon and Somerset Constabulary force area average is 14/100. Severn Vale and Pilning 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 Severn Vale and Pilning?

100% of crimes recorded in Severn Vale and Pilning 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 Avon and Somerset Constabulary. 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 Severn Vale and Pilning?

296 violent crimes were recorded in Severn Vale and Pilning in the last 12 months — representing 45.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 71 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 Severn Vale and Pilning last updated?

The crime data for Severn Vale and Pilning was last updated in March 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 Severn Vale and Pilning with other areas?

You can compare Severn Vale and Pilning 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.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: March 2026.