Keynsham Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Keynsham’s crime profile in January 2025, accounting for 58.3% of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents, the area recorded 96 total crimes, a figure 36.6% below the UK average of 7.1. This lower rate may be partly attributable to Keynsham’s built-up character within Bath and North East Somerset, where policing resources and community engagement efforts are likely to have a mitigating effect. The breakdown of offences reveals a stark contrast between violent crime and property crime, with the former significantly outpacing the latter. While shoplifting and other theft-related offences saw notable increases, public order and anti-social behaviour incidents declined sharply, possibly reflecting the end of the festive season and reduced social gatherings. Seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours and reduced retail footfall may have contributed to a general slowdown in outdoor crimes, though violent offences remained elevated relative to the UK average. The area’s compact urban layout, combined with its integration into Bath’s broader policing infrastructure, appears to have created a crime profile that is both distinct and comparatively low. This dynamic is further evidenced by the sharp drop in burglary incidents, which may be linked to increased vigilance during the winter months. However, the persistence of violent crime at 4% above the UK average highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, such as the town centre, where alcohol-fuelled incidents are more likely to occur. The data also underscores the importance of continued investment in community-based policing strategies to maintain Keynsham’s relatively safe environment.

January 2025 saw a 60% increase in shoplifting, rising from five to eight incidents, a shift that may reflect post-holiday retail activity patterns or targeted theft in local stores. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 75% compared to December, with incidents falling from 20 to five, possibly linked to the end of festive events and reduced public gatherings. The area’s violent crime category, accounting for 58.3% of all reported crimes, was 4% above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000, a disparity that could relate to Keynsham’s built-up nature and higher population density. Meanwhile, burglary fell sharply by 66.7% (from three to one incident), a reduction that may align with seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours deterring break-ins. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of crime trends, with retail-focused offences rising while property crimes declined sharply. Residents may also note the 35% reduction in public order offences, which could indicate a temporary shift in community activity patterns during the post-holiday period.

Keynsham’s crime rate in January 2025 fell by 15.0% compared to December 2024, dropping from 5.3 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the area’s generally lower crime profile compared to the UK average, which stood at 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately three crimes per day in January, a figure that may reflect the seasonal slowdown in outdoor activity and reduced retail footfall. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 223 residents experienced a reported crime, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population. This monthly exposure rate is lower than many comparable urban areas, suggesting Keynsham’s built-up character and possibly its proximity to Bath’s broader policing networks contribute to maintaining crime at manageable levels. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that, despite the 56 reported violent crimes, the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, indicating a relatively safer environment for residents. The area’s compact layout and high street retail presence may further reduce opportunities for property crime, as businesses and residents benefit from heightened visibility and community engagement initiatives. This combination of factors appears to have reinforced Keynsham’s position as a safer built-up area within Bath and North East Somerset, even as violent crime rates remain slightly elevated relative to the UK average.