Paulton Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Paulton’s July 2023 crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents places it 63.9% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000, highlighting a stark contrast with national trends. This built-up area within Bath and North East Somerset, though small, experiences a crime profile that is low compared to the UK. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 47.4% of all reported crimes, a figure that, while significant locally, remains 50% below the UK average for this category. The seasonal context of July—a peak summer month with schools out and tourism at its height—may influence local crime patterns. For instance, the relatively high proportion of violent crimes could be linked to increased foot traffic in public spaces. Conversely, property crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle crime are below UK averages, reflecting the area’s limited retail presence or the effectiveness of local security measures. The overall crime rate, though modest, suggests that Paulton’s environment, whether through community cohesion, infrastructure, or demographic characteristics, may contribute to its safer profile compared to the national average. However, the absence of specific data on local initiatives or population demographics means these observations remain speculative.

July 2023 saw a dramatic reduction in criminal damage and arson, with cases dropping by 80% from 10 to 2. This decline aligns with a broader trend in public order offences, which fell by 80% to just one incident. Anti-social behaviour also decreased sharply, falling by 77.8% to two reported cases. These drops suggest a potential seasonal shift, as July marks the peak of the tourist season and school holidays, which may have altered local patterns of activity. Violent crimes, while accounting for 47.4% of all incidents, remain 50% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. This disparity highlights Paulton’s relative safety compared to the national picture, though the high proportion of violent crimes warrants further analysis. The breakdown also shows that shoplifting and vehicle crime, each at 0.3 per 1,000, are 50% and 38% below UK averages respectively, suggesting that local retail and transport infrastructure may be less targeted than in other areas.

Paulton’s crime rate in July 2023 stood at 3.0 per 1,000 residents, a 62.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.8 per 1,000. This sharp decline contrasts with the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000, underscoring Paulton’s position as a safer area. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for every 337 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure to crime in a way that reflects the area’s small population. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day, a statistic that aligns with the overall low crime profile. When scaled to the local population, this translates to a crime rate that is 63.9% below the national average, a disparity that suggests structural or environmental factors may contribute to the area’s reduced risk. The drop in anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which fell by 77.8% and 80% respectively, further illustrates a shift in local dynamics that could be linked to seasonal changes or community initiatives. However, without additional data, these shifts remain speculative.