Bath Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bath’s built-up area recorded a crime rate of 8.5 per 1,000 residents in August 2025, placing it 4.9% above the UK average of 8.1. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 37.1% of all reported incidents—a significant portion of the total. This category, at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, was 8% above the UK average, a trend that may reflect the area’s high foot traffic and tourism during the summer. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 17.7% of all crimes, though its rate (1.5 per 1,000) was only 3% above the UK average. The most striking deviation from national trends emerged in shoplifting and public order offences, which were 59% and 72% above UK averages, respectively. These figures suggest challenges in managing retail spaces and public areas during August, a peak holiday month when Bath’s tourism industry is at its height. The seasonal context of August—characterised by increased visitor numbers and potential gaps in home occupancy—may contribute to higher rates of property-related crimes, including shoplifting, while also reducing opportunities for violent crime. However, the relatively low rates of burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) compared to the UK average indicate that Bath’s urban environment, with its compact layout and historical architecture, may offer some natural deterrence to certain types of crime. The overall picture illustrates a combination of local characteristics and broader national trends, with Bath’s crime profile shaped by its role as a cultural and tourist hub.

August saw a 25.6% increase in shoplifting, with 98 incidents reported—59% above the UK average. This surge may be linked to Bath’s status as a tourist destination, where retail areas remain active despite summer holidays. Conversely, robbery rates plummeted by 83.3%, from 12 to 2 incidents, a drop consistent with reduced evening activity in the town centre during August. Public order offences also rose sharply, reaching 1.0 per 1,000 residents—72% above the UK average. This category, which includes disturbances and anti-social behaviour, may reflect the impact of transient visitors during peak tourism. Other crime increased by 42.9%, though the specific nature of these incidents remains unclear. The contrast between rising property-related offences and falling violent crime highlights shifting patterns in Bath’s crime profile during the summer months.

Bath's crime rate in August 2025 dropped by 5.3% compared to July, reflecting a decrease from 8.9 to 8.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as August typically sees reduced foot traffic in certain areas due to holiday travel. Locally, the average of 26 crimes per day translates to a monthly exposure rate of 1 in 118 residents, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the built-up area. When scaled to Bath’s population of 96,241, this means roughly 815 crimes spread across the month, with no single day showing an extreme spike. The drop in robbery by 83.3% (from 12 to 2 incidents) may partly reflect the timing of August, which sees fewer late-night gatherings in the town centre compared to summer months. However, the persistence of shoplifting and public order offences above UK averages suggests underlying challenges in retail and public spaces that require sustained attention.