Paulton Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Paulton's crime profile in November 2025 reveals a striking contrast between its overall safety and specific categories of concern. With a crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000, the area is 42.5% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a figure that places it among the safer parts of the country. This lower rate is consistent with Paulton’s character as a small built-up area within Bath and North East Somerset, where community cohesion and relatively low population density may contribute to reduced opportunities for certain types of crime. The most common crime category, violence and sexual offences (8 incidents, 29.6% of total), is below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000, 49% below). This suggests that while violent crime is present, its incidence is significantly lower than in more densely populated or economically disadvantaged regions. Public order offences, however, stand out as a local anomaly, with 7 incidents (25.9% of total)—a rate 134% above the UK average (0.5 per 1,000). This discrepancy may be linked to November’s unique context: Bonfire Night events, which often draw crowds and can lead to disturbances, and the start of the festive shopping season, which might increase tensions in public spaces. The seasonal context also plays a role in shaping crime patterns. November’s shortening days and colder weather may drive some criminal activity indoors, explaining the relatively low rate of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and burglary (0.3 per 1,000), both of which are below UK averages. However, the rise in other theft (100% increase) and public order offences suggests that local factors—such as community events or changes in enforcement priorities—could be influencing these specific categories. The balance between property and violent crime is also noteworthy: property crimes (9, 33.3%) and violent crimes (8, 29.6%) are nearly equal, a shift from previous months that may reflect the season’s unique dynamics. This equilibrium could indicate a broader spread of crime types, due to the combination of local events and the time of year. Overall, Paulton’s crime picture in November 2025 illustrates a combination of geographic, demographic, and seasonal factors, with the area’s safety largely maintained despite pockets of concern.

November 2025 saw a sharp 100% increase in other theft, with two incidents reported after zero in October. This rise, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened awareness or seasonal opportunities tied to Black Friday shopping. Meanwhile, public order offences increased by 16.7% (6 to 7), a category that is 134% above the UK average (0.5 per 1,000). This anomaly contrasts with the overall crime rate, which remains 42.5% below the UK average. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted: violent crimes (8) now account for 29.6% of total incidents, compared to property crimes (9, 33.3%). This near parity suggests a broader spread of crime types, possibly influenced by the season’s mix of events such as Bonfire Night and the transition to darker evenings. Anti-social behaviour, however, dropped by 70% (10 to 3), likely due to reduced social gatherings or increased community vigilance.

Paulton's crime rate in November 2025 (4.2 per 1,000) marks a 38.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as November typically sees reduced outdoor activity and fewer large gatherings compared to summer months. Daily crime statistics show 1 reported crime per day in Paulton, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 6,410. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 237 residents—a ratio that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban areas. When scaled to the local context, this means residents are less likely to encounter crime than in regions with higher population densities or more concentrated commercial activity. The drop from October may also reflect the impact of local initiatives or the natural ebb of seasonal events like Black Friday, which could have temporarily driven retail-related crime in earlier months.