Keynsham Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Keynsham's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 10.8% below the UK average of 7.4. This relatively low rate reflects a broader pattern of subdued criminal activity compared to national benchmarks, though the month's data reveals a combination of local and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38% of all crimes, making them the most prevalent category, while anti-social behaviour and public order offences followed closely at 17.6% and 11.3%, respectively. These figures align with Keynsham's character as a built-up area within Bath and North East Somerset, where community dynamics and proximity to urban centres may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal disputes and disorder. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students to local schools and universities—may have influenced the crime profile, with increased social activity driving both violent and anti-social behaviour. However, the area also showed marked disparities from the UK average in certain categories: shoplifting and vehicle crime were 34% and 75% below national rates, respectively, a trend consistent with Keynsham's lower population density and reduced commercial activity compared to major cities. This contrast suggests that local factors, such as the town's compact nature and limited high-traffic retail zones, may play a role in suppressing certain types of crime. Meanwhile, public order offences and criminal damage and arson were significantly above UK averages, highlighting areas where local enforcement priorities or community characteristics may diverge from national patterns. These findings underscore the importance of contextualising crime data within the specific socio-economic and geographic realities of Keynsham, rather than relying solely on aggregate figures.

September 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with possession of weapons jumping 100% from zero to two incidents, and robbery increasing by 100% from zero to three. These sharp rises, though not statistically representative of broader trends, may partly explain the slight overall increase in the area's crime rate. Conversely, drugs-related crimes fell by 50%, from four to two, a decline that could reflect seasonal patterns or targeted enforcement. The breakdown of crime types reveals a notable imbalance: public order offences and criminal damage and arson were 48% and 51% above the UK average, respectively, while shoplifting and vehicle crime were 34% and 75% below. This contrast highlights how Keynsham's crime profile diverges from national norms, with anti-social behaviour and public disorder emerging as key local concerns. Residents may find the 10.8% gap between Keynsham's rate and the UK average particularly relevant, as it underscores the area's relatively safer environment despite the recent uptick in specific offences.

Keynsham's crime rate in September 2025 rose slightly to 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 5.2% increase from the previous month's 6.3. While this marks a small upward trend, the area remains 10.8% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the 142 total crimes reported over 30 days equate to roughly five crimes per day, a figure that reflects the area's relatively low crime profile compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 151 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests most residents are unlikely to experience crime directly. This context is critical for understanding how the numbers translate to lived experience: even with the slight increase, the likelihood of encountering crime remains comparatively low. The rise in specific categories like criminal damage and arson, which are 51% above the UK average, highlights areas where local factors may intersect with broader trends without further data.