Avon and Somerset Constabulary

Is University of West of England Safe?

Crime statistics for University of West of England. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.

Last 24 months: April 2024 – March 2026 1,546 crimes
3 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

1,546 Crimes (last 24 months)
45.7% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↑99.6% 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 24 months — 1,546 total crimes recorded in University of West of England

Violent Crime
574 37.1%
Anti-Social Behaviour
182 11.8%
Other Theft
165 10.7%
Public Order
129 8.3%
Shoplifting
111 7.2%
Vehicle Crime
84 5.4%
Criminal Damage & Arson
80 5.2%
Burglary
66 4.3%
Drugs
51 3.3%
Bicycle Theft
36 2.3%
Other Crime
33 2.1%
Robbery
27 1.7%
Possession of Weapons
5 0.3%
Theft from Person
3 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for University of West of England — last 24 months

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Safest Areas Near University of West of England

Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to University of West of England by safety score

Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of West of England safe?

University of West of England has a CrimeRadar safety score of 3/100, rated High Crime. A total of 1,030 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 99.6% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in University of West of England are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.

How many crimes were recorded in University of West of England in the last 12 months?

1,030 crimes were recorded in University of West of England 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 99.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (516 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 574 incidents.

What is the most common crime in University of West of England?

The most common crime in University of West of England is Violent Crime, with 574 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 55.7% 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 University of West of England increasing or decreasing?

Crime in University of West of England is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 99.6% — from 516 crimes in the previous 12 months to 1,030 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 University of West of England?

University of West of England has a safety score of 3 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 University of West of England compare to the Avon and Somerset Constabulary average?

University of West of England has a safety score of 3/100, while the Avon and Somerset Constabulary force area average is 14/100. University of West of England is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in University of West of England?

45.7% of crimes recorded in University of West of England 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 University of West of England?

574 violent crimes were recorded in University of West of England in the last 12 months — representing 55.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 182 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 University of West of England last updated?

The crime data for University of West of England 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 University of West of England with other areas?

You can compare University of West of England 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.