Paulton Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Paulton's crime profile in October 2024, accounting for 40.9% of all reported crimes. At 3.4 per 1,000 residents, the area's overall crime rate is 58.0% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently low level of criminal activity compared to national trends. This figure aligns with the area's character as a small built-up area within Bath and North East Somerset, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced crime opportunities. Anti-social behaviour follows closely with 27.3% of total crimes, likely influenced by seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween-related activity. The low rate of property crimes—only 5 out of 22 total offences—further contrasts with the UK average, suggesting that Paulton's residents face fewer risks of burglary or vehicle crime than the national norm. While the crime rate remains stable against the UK backdrop, the seasonal context of October—marked by clocks going back and shorter daylight hours—may have temporarily heightened concerns around public safety, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic. The absence of significant spikes in theft or burglary compared to the UK average indicates that local infrastructure and community policing efforts may be effectively mitigating risks typically associated with built-up areas. This pattern of lower violent crime and property crime rates, combined with the dominance of anti-social behaviour, illustrates a community where interpersonal conflicts and minor disturbances are more prevalent than more serious criminal activity.

October 2024 saw a 200.0% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 2 to 6 incidents—a sharp contrast to the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000, where Paulton's rate of 0.9 per 1,000 is 30% below. This surge may reflect the impact of Halloween and the transition to darker evenings, which can amplify incidents of noise complaints and public disturbances. Meanwhile, other theft and vehicle crime both doubled from zero to one incident each, suggesting isolated but notable occurrences that may relate to seasonal changes in vehicle usage or temporary increases in unattended property. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 25.0%, from 12 to 9, bringing the rate to 1.4 per 1,000—48% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This decline, while modest, could indicate the effectiveness of local interventions or a natural fluctuation in crime patterns during the month. Other categories show mixed trends: burglary fell by 50.0%, while other crime dropped by 66.7%. These decreases, combined with the UK's overall higher rates, underscore Paulton's consistently lower risk profile for serious crime compared to the national average. For residents, the most immediate concern remains anti-social behaviour, which has more than tripled in a single month, highlighting the need for community-focused solutions to address this growing issue.

Paulton's crime rate in October 2024 (3.4 per 1,000) rose 4.6% compared to the previous month's rate of 3.3 per 1,000, though it remains well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in October, a figure that may seem high in isolation but must be contextualised within Paulton's small population of 6,410 residents. Over the course of the month, this translated to one reported crime for every 291 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK's average, where residents face far higher frequencies of crime. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates the area's safety: for every 1,000 residents, Paulton experiences just 3.4 crimes, compared to 8.1 in the UK. This stark contrast suggests that Paulton's built-up nature, combined with its integration into Bath and North East Somerset's broader policing strategies, may be contributing to its lower crime rates. While the increase in anti-social behaviour represents a notable shift, the overall trajectory remains one of relative stability compared to both the UK and previous months. Residents should note that the 1-in-291 monthly exposure rate places them in a much safer position than the national average, though the recent rise in minor incidents warrants attention from local authorities and community groups.