Bath and North East Somerset Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Bath and North East Somerset's crime rate in February 2026 stood at 7.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 10.9% above the UK average of 6.4. This rate translates to a 1-in-141 chance of being a victim over the course of the month, a figure that underscores the everyday risk faced by residents. The top three crime types — violence and sexual offences (38% of total), anti-social behaviour (13.6%), and shoplifting (13.4%) — reveal patterns consistent with the area's urban character and tourism-driven economy. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.7 per 1,000, are 16% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the density of nightlife and public spaces in Bath's historic town centre. Shoplifting's sharp rise to 1.0 per 1,000 (72% above UK average) could be tied to the pre-spring lull in tourism, which may leave retail areas more vulnerable to opportunistic theft. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than shoplifting, remains 10% above the UK average, linked to the area's mix of residential and commercial zones. These figures, when contextualised with Bath's seasonal rhythms — a winter month marked by low outdoor activity — illustrate how local geography and demographics shape crime patterns. The area's crime profile in February highlights the need for targeted policing strategies in retail corridors and public spaces, while the relatively low rates of vehicle crime and theft from the person suggest that seasonal factors may temper certain types of criminal activity.

February 2026 saw a 63.8% increase in shoplifting, reaching 190 incidents — a rate 72% above the UK average. This surge may be linked to the pre-spring lull in tourism, which could lead to more opportunistic theft in retail areas. Public order offences rose by 30.8% to 140 cases, reflecting a 71% gap above the UK average. This could signal tensions in high-traffic zones or events during the month. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 27.4% to 45 incidents, a rate 43% below the UK average, due to reduced outdoor activity in winter. Theft from the person plummeted by 75% to just one reported case, though this remains 100% below the UK average. These fluctuations illustrate how seasonal and environmental factors shape local crime dynamics.

Bath and North East Somerset's crime rate in February 2026 rose to 7.1 per 1,000 residents, a 7.9% increase from the previous month's 6.6. This translates to 51 reported crimes per day on average, highlighting a consistent demand for policing resources. Over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 141 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local households. While the population of 200,028 is relatively stable, the shift in crime patterns suggests a need for targeted interventions. The daily crime count, though local to Bath and North East Somerset, reflects a broader trend in property and violent crime. The area's crime rate remains 10.9% above the UK average, a disparity that may be influenced by the region's unique demographic and geographic characteristics, such as its tourism-driven economy and historic urban layout.