Bath and North East Somerset Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bath and North East Somerset's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 6.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 9.5% below the UK average of 7.4. This performance reflects a combination of seasonal factors and the area's unique characteristics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 35.9% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.1%) and shoplifting (13.4%). The post-holiday period in January typically sees reduced retail footfall, yet shoplifting rates remained stubbornly high, 58% above the UK average. This discrepancy may be attributed to the area's status as a tourist destination, where retail spaces remain active even during off-peak seasons. The seasonal context also influenced other crime types: shorter daylight hours and colder weather likely contributed to a shift in outdoor crime patterns, with public order offences (8.1%) and criminal damage (7.5%) showing modest increases. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the significant spike in robbery and bicycle theft highlights areas where targeted awareness may be necessary. These trends are consistent with the area's mix of historic sites, retail hubs, and residential zones, which create micro-environments prone to specific crime types.

January 2024 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, with robbery reporting a 150% surge from 6 to 15 incidents. This jump, though modest in absolute terms, signals a concerning shift in patterns, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or vulnerable populations. Other crime also rose by 50%, from 12 to 18 cases, suggesting a broader trend in unclassified incidents that may warrant further investigation. Bicycle theft, meanwhile, climbed by 42.9% to 10 incidents, a figure that is 67% above the UK average. This anomaly may be linked to increased cycling during colder months, though no definitive causal link is established. Shoplifting remained 58% above the UK average at 0.9 per 1,000, despite the post-holiday lull in retail activity. Residents are advised to remain vigilant in areas with high pedestrian movement and to secure personal property, particularly bicycles, during this period.

Bath and North East Somerset's crime rate rose slightly in January 2024, increasing by 3.1% from 6.5 to 6.7 per 1,000 residents compared to December. While this marks a marginal uptick, the overall rate remains 9.5% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. Locally, 43 crimes were reported daily on average, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 150 residents, a monthly exposure rate that translates to a relatively low frequency of crime per individual. This statistic is particularly useful for residents assessing risk: while the rate is low, the increase in certain categories suggests areas where vigilance may be warranted. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Bath and North East Somerset continues to perform better than the UK average, though the slight upward trend in specific crime types demands attention.