Keynsham Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Keynsham's crime profile in January 2024, accounting for nearly 38% of all reported crimes. This category alone saw a 28.9% month-on-month increase, rising from 45 to 58 incidents. The overall crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents placed Keynsham 2.7% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a marginal but notable divergence. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the patterns observed, with post-holiday dynamics and shorter daylight hours potentially influencing both violent crime rates and property crime trends. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, surged to 22.2% of all crimes, nearly double the UK average for this type. This spike may reflect the area's built-up character, where densely populated residential zones and commercial hubs could amplify noise disputes and public disturbances. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates in Keynsham were 12% below the UK average, consistent with the post-Christmas lull in retail footfall typically seen in January. The town's crime profile contrasts sharply with rural areas, where burglary might dominate, but here, the focus is on interpersonal conflicts and community-based issues. The relatively low rates of burglary and vehicle crime—72% and 40% below UK averages respectively—suggest that Keynsham's urban layout and community policing efforts may be effective in deterring such crimes. However, the significant rise in violence and sexual offences warrants scrutiny, as it could indicate underlying social tensions or unmet needs within the population that require targeted interventions.

January 2024 saw a sharp 100% increase in bicycle theft, with one reported incident compared to none in December. This jump may reflect seasonal shifts in cycling patterns, as colder weather often prompts increased use of bicycles for commuting and exercise. Concurrently, vehicle crime rose by 75%, climbing from four to seven incidents, likely linked to higher vehicle usage during winter months when public transport options are less reliable. The most striking month-on-month change was the 28.9% surge in violence and sexual offences, which now constitute 37.9% of all crimes—a figure 4% above the UK average for this category. This increase could be tied to post-holiday social dynamics, with tensions escalating in the absence of major festive events. Conversely, burglary rates plummeted by 88.2%, dropping from 17 to 2 incidents, a reduction that may reflect the area's robust community engagement initiatives or improved lighting in residential zones. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, with 34 incidents reported—62% above the UK average—highlighting persistent challenges in managing public spaces. For residents, the most immediately relevant statistic is the 12% below UK average rate for shoplifting, which may indicate that local retail security measures are effective in curbing such crimes during the post-Christmas period.

Keynsham's January 2024 crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents marked a 4.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.5 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but consistent trend towards lower crime levels. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately five reported crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the town's built-up character and the typical crime density of similar urban centres. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 140 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average, which is not provided in this dataset. This statistic offers a concrete measure of risk for local residents, illustrating that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective is particularly relevant in Keynsham, where the 21,382 residents are concentrated within a compact built-up area, making community-based crime prevention efforts more impactful. While the town's overall crime rate is slightly below the UK average, specific categories like anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences exceed national norms, underscoring the need for targeted interventions. These disparities highlight the importance of local context in crime analysis, as Keynsham's unique mix of residential and commercial spaces creates a distinct crime profile compared to both rural and larger urban areas.