Midsomer Norton Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Midsomer Norton’s September 2025 crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents places it 28.4% below the UK average, reflecting a consistently safer environment compared to the national picture. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which account for 45.3% of all reported crimes—significantly lower than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This category’s 7% deficit relative to the UK may be influenced by the area’s demographic composition, with a mix of older residential areas and smaller retail hubs that likely reduce opportunities for certain types of violent crime. Public order offences, however, are 104% above the UK average, rising sharply to 15 incidents in September. This increase may be linked to the back-to-school season and the influx of university students, who often congregate in public spaces during the freshers’ period. Anti-social behaviour. from August, remains a concern, with 6 incidents reported—66% below the UK average. This discrepancy could indicate strong community policing efforts or the influence of local initiatives targeting disruptive conduct. Seasonal factors also play a role, as September’s transition from summer to autumn may see shifts in activity patterns, with evenings drawing in earlier and reducing opportunities for outdoor crimes. The overall crime rate’s stability, despite these fluctuations, suggests a resilient local environment where crime prevention measures and community engagement are likely contributing factors.

September 2025 saw a sharp 114.3% increase in public order crimes, rising from 7 to 15 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in drug-related offences, contrasts with notable declines in anti-social behaviour (down 66.7%), burglary (down 25%), and shoplifting (down 25%). The dominance of violence and sexual offences (45.3% of total crimes) remains striking, though these crimes are 7% below the UK average. Public order offences, however, are 104% above the UK average, suggesting a localised challenge in managing disruptive behaviour. Residents may find the 66.7% drop in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, potentially reflecting seasonal factors such as the start of the academic year and reduced evening activity as nights draw in. These shifts highlight the combination of crime types and the area’s specific seasonal rhythms.

Midsomer Norton's September 2025 crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents marks an 8.4% decrease from August's 5.8 per 1,000, continuing a downward trend observed in recent months. This reduction aligns with a broader pattern of stability in the area’s crime profile, though specific fluctuations in crime types suggest shifting local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experiences roughly two reported crimes per day, a figure that remains consistent with previous months and reflects the relatively low overall rate compared to the UK average. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure of one crime for every 188 residents underscores the rarity of criminal incidents in Midsomer Norton, a statistic that may reassure residents and highlight the effectiveness of local policing strategies. This low monthly exposure contrasts with the UK-wide average, where the frequency of crime is significantly higher, suggesting that factors such as community engagement, local infrastructure, or demographic characteristics may contribute to the area’s safer environment.