Paulton Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

A sharp 9.1% increase in violence and sexual offences in May 2025 stands out as the most unexpected development in Paulton's crime profile, contrasting with an overall 32.3% drop in the area's crime rate compared to April. Paulton's total crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents places it 55.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a gap that reflects both the area's low overall crime levels and specific patterns in violent crime. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 52.2% of all recorded crimes in May, far exceeding the 2.8 per 1,000 UK average for this category. This spike in violent crime occurs alongside a 16.7% decline in public order offences and a 50% drop in anti-social behaviour, suggesting a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. May's extended evenings and bank holidays likely amplified outdoor socialising, creating conditions conducive to violent incidents despite broader crime reductions. The area's property crime rate remains exceptionally low, with only one property-related offence recorded — a figure that is 29% below the UK average for burglary alone. Paulton's built-up character within Bath and North East Somerset, combined with its relatively small population of 6,410, appears to foster a crime profile skewed toward interpersonal conflicts rather than property-focused crime. The seasonal context of May — with its mix of public holidays and longer daylight hours — may have shifted community interactions in ways that temporarily elevated violent crime while reducing more routine forms of disorder.

The most striking development in May was the 9.1% increase in violence and sexual offences, which rose from 11 to 12 incidents despite an overall 32.3% decline in Paulton's total crime rate. This rise contrasts sharply with the 50% drop in anti-social behaviour (from 8 to 4 cases) and 16.7% decrease in public order offences (from 6 to 5). Violence and sexual offences in Paulton remain 33% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 residents, but their increase suggests a potential shift in local crime dynamics. Public order offences, which fell below the UK average by 38%, highlight a significant divergence in Paulton's profile compared to national trends. Residents may find the 4.4% share of 'other crime' and burglary — both 25-29% below UK averages — particularly reassuring, though the 38% UK gap for public order offences raises questions about local enforcement priorities. The month-on-month changes reveal a clear shift toward violent crime while routine disorder incidents decline, a pattern that may reflect both seasonal factors and targeted policing efforts.

Paulton's crime rate in May 2025 (3.6 per 1,000) represents a 32.3% decrease from April's rate of 5.3 per 1,000, marking a significant downward trend. Over the 31-day period, this equates to approximately one crime per day — a rate that is lower than the UK average but still reflects local patterns. When scaled to the area's population of 6,410 residents, the monthly exposure figure indicates that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 279 residents, a statistic that contextualises the impact of crime on daily life. This monthly aggregate highlights the relative safety of Paulton compared to the UK average, though it does not account for the uneven distribution of crime types. The previous month's higher rate (5.3 per 1,000) suggests a temporary fluctuation that may have been influenced by seasonal factors such as April's shorter evenings and different community rhythms. While the overall decline is encouraging, the 9.1% increase in violence and sexual offences indicates that certain crime types remain sensitive to local conditions. These figures underscore the importance of understanding crime patterns within the context of Paulton's built-up area status and its specific relationship with surrounding communities in Bath and North East Somerset.