Paulton Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.1% of reported crimes in Paulton during October 2025, making them the dominant category in the area's crime profile. This category, at 2.3 per 1,000 residents, remains 14% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 — a trend consistent with Paulton's broader 10.4% deficit compared to the national rate of 7.7 per 1,000. While violent crime saw a 28.6% decline from September's 21 incidents to 15, the area's overall crime rate still rose 15.7% compared to the previous month. Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) and public order offences (6 incidents) together made up 36.3% of total crimes, reflecting a shift in the crime mix towards non-violent but disruptive incidents. This pattern may be influenced by October's seasonal context: the clocks going back, darker evenings, and Halloween — factors that often correlate with increased public order issues in built-up areas. The relatively low rates of burglary (0.3 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) suggest that Paulton's urban character, with its mix of residential and retail spaces, does not face the same pressures as larger cities. However, the 70% gap between Paulton's public order rate (0.9 per 1,000) and the UK average (0.5 per 1,000) highlights a localised challenge that may require targeted interventions. These findings illustrate the combination of geography, population density, and seasonal rhythms in shaping crime patterns within a semi-urban setting like Paulton.

October saw a sharp 200% increase in public order offences, rising from 2 to 6 incidents. This jump, coupled with a 100% rise in both drugs-related crimes and shoplifting, suggests shifting patterns in local activity. While violence and sexual offences fell by 28.6% (from 21 to 15), the category remains 14% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, though down slightly from previous months, still exceeds the UK average by 27%, with 10 incidents reported. The stark contrast between falling violent crime and rising public order offences may reflect seasonal influences, such as Halloween and the transition to shorter evenings, which could drive increased gatherings and associated disturbances. Shoplifting — typically linked to retail areas — doubled in October, indicating changes in consumer behaviour or policing focus. These shifts underscore the importance of understanding how crime types evolve month-to-month, even within a relatively low-crime built-up area like Paulton.

Paulton's crime rate in October 2025 rose 15.7% compared to September's 5.9 per 1,000, reaching 6.9 per 1,000. While this increase is notable, the area remains 10.4% below the UK average of 7.7. On a daily basis, one crime was reported per day across Paulton's 6,410 residents, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents in a built-up area with a population density typical of Bath and North East Somerset. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 146 residents, illustrating the relatively low frequency of incidents when scaled to the local population. This monthly exposure metric helps residents understand the broader picture, though it does not account for variations in crime types or locations within the area. The rise in crime rate may partly reflect seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween, which can influence patterns of public order and anti-social behaviour. However, the overall trajectory remains distinct from the UK average, suggesting that local conditions and community dynamics play a significant role in shaping crime trends.