Keynsham Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Keynsham's crime rate in September 2023 stood at 6.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 13.7% below the UK average of 8.0. This performance contrasts with the national trend, where violent crime typically dominates, but Keynsham's profile reveals a different pattern. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.5% of all reported crimes, a share significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.7 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour, however, fell sharply to 16.9% of total crimes, well below the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students to local universities and the transition to shorter evenings—likely contributed to these patterns. With 60 incidents of violence and sexual offences reported, the area's public safety challenges remain concentrated in this category. Meanwhile, property crimes accounted for 32.4% of the total (48 incidents), a proportion consistent with the UK's broader mix of crime types. The relative stability in property crime, despite the overall drop in rates, suggests that targeted measures in this area may be yielding results. Keynsham's lower-than-average rates for shoplifting (29% below UK) and vehicle crime (38% below UK) indicate that local efforts to deter petty theft may be working, though the rise in robbery—a category where Keynsham is 100% above the UK average—deserves closer attention. These dynamics reflect the area's unique character as a commuter town with strong community policing initiatives, though the persistence of violent crime highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining public safety.

September 2023 saw an 11.4% year-on-year decline in Keynsham's overall crime rate, driven by a 49% reduction in anti-social behaviour cases and a 66.7% drop in bicycle theft. This decrease aligns with the seasonal shift as students returned to university campuses, potentially reducing alcohol-fuelled disputes in local areas. Violent crime remained the largest single category, with 60 incidents reported—2.8 per 1,000 residents, 2% above the UK average. This suggests that while broader crime trends are improving, targeted interventions in violent crime prevention may still be needed. The most significant upward trend was in robbery, which surged by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents). This increase, though still low in absolute terms, raises questions about local factors such as changes in business security or increased foot traffic in high-risk areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell sharply by 49%, from 49 incidents in August to 25 in September. This decline may reflect the impact of school term starts, which often reduce youth-related incidents. For residents, the 38% reduction in vehicle crime is a welcome development, with only 6 incidents reported—0.3 per 1,000 residents, well below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. These figures illustrate the combination of local initiatives and broader seasonal patterns in shaping Keynsham's crime profile.

Keynsham's September 2023 crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents represents an 11.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.8. This decline brings the area closer to its historical performance, though it remains consistently below the UK average. On a daily basis, Keynsham experienced approximately 5 crimes per day in September—a figure that, while seemingly high, translates to a monthly exposure of 1 crime for every 144 residents. This ratio, when compared to the UK's broader context, highlights Keynsham's relative safety. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area's crime prevention efforts are yielding measurable results, particularly in reducing anti-social behaviour and property crimes. However, the 100% increase in robbery compared to the UK average (from 0.1 to 0.2 per 1,000) indicates a need for targeted action in this category. For residents, the daily crime count provides a tangible benchmark: over the course of a typical week, one might expect approximately 3-4 incidents, though this includes a mix of violent and non-violent crimes. The 38% reduction in vehicle crime compared to the UK average also suggests that local measures—such as increased CCTV coverage or community patrols—may be effective. These figures, when viewed alongside the broader UK context, underscore Keynsham's position as a relatively safe built-up area within Bath and North East Somerset, though specific challenges in violent crime prevention remain.