Keynsham Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

May 2023 presented a mixed picture for Keynsham’s crime profile, with certain categories showing marked increases that demand attention. The area’s overall crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents remained 33.8% below the UK average of 8.0, a testament to its generally low-crime environment. However, violent crimes—accounting for 43.4% of all incidents—rose sharply compared to previous months, with 49 reported cases. This spike in violence and sexual offences, though still 17% below the UK average, may be influenced by the season’s longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, which can heighten interactions in public spaces. Property crimes also saw notable shifts, with shoplifting surging by 350% to 9 incidents. This increase, while modest in absolute terms, suggests vulnerabilities in retail areas that may be exacerbated by May’s bank holidays and tourist activity. Anti-social behaviour, though down from previous months, remained 47% below the UK average, reflecting the area’s stable community dynamics. The overall balance between violent and property crimes in Keynsham—violent crimes making up 43.4% and property crimes 33.6%—illustrates a continued focus on interpersonal conflicts and retail-related issues. These patterns, though not unprecedented, are consistent with Keynsham’s character as a built-up area within a rural district, where community cohesion and local amenities play a role in shaping crime trends. The seasonal context of May—marked by extended daylight and public holidays—likely contributed to the fluctuations observed, though further analysis would be needed to confirm direct links.

May 2023 saw a dramatic 350% increase in shoplifting, with incidents rising from 2 to 9. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, signals a worrying trend that may be linked to seasonal factors such as extended evenings and increased retail activity. Concurrently, vehicle crime jumped 166.7%, climbing from 3 to 8, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 11%. This could reflect heightened activity in parking areas near key local hubs. Conversely, public order offences fell by 60%, dropping from 15 to 6, a decrease that may be tied to fewer bank holidays and changes in socialising patterns. Robbery and bicycle theft both exceeded UK averages, with robbery at 3.5 per 1,000 (100% above the UK’s 0.1) and bicycle theft at 2.7% above the national rate. These spikes, while isolated, highlight the need for vigilance in specific areas such as high-traffic zones and parking facilities.

Keynsham's crime rate in May 2023 rose by 26.9% compared to April, moving from 4.2 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though still well below the UK average of 8.0, highlights shifting patterns that residents should monitor. On average, 4 crimes were reported daily in May, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s generally secure environment. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 189 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of incidents in Keynsham. This statistic is particularly meaningful when contextualised against the area’s population of 21,382, where the majority of residents experience no crime at all. The rise in specific categories, such as shoplifting and vehicle crime, suggests localized pressures that may be influenced by seasonal factors like extended evenings and increased foot traffic in local amenities. While the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, the upward trend in May warrants attention to potential contributing factors.