Paulton Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

September 2025 marked a significant shift in Paulton's crime profile, with violence and sexual offences dominating the monthly tally. At 5.9 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's overall crime rate remains 20.3% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This performance aligns with Paulton's status as a relatively low-crime built-up area within Bath and North East Somerset, where community cohesion and local policing efforts likely contribute to sustained safety. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 55.3% of all crimes, a stark contrast to the UK average of 28% for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed at 18.4%, reflecting patterns typical of areas with mixed residential and commercial zones. Seasonal factors may have influenced these trends, as September marks the transition back to school and university terms. The influx of students and the associated social activity could explain the prominence of violent offences. Meanwhile, property crimes remained subdued, with vehicle crime and burglary each contributing 5.3% to the total, far below UK averages. The low levels of theft from the person (2.6%) and other theft (2.6%) suggest effective local deterrents, tied to the area's compact layout and limited tourist presence. These figures illustrate a community where violent crime remains a concern but where broader property-related risks are comparatively low, a balance that may reflect both geographical characteristics and local policing strategies.

September 2025 saw dramatic swings in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime, burglary, and theft from the person each doubling from zero to two incidents—a 100% increase. This spike contrasts with a 50% drop in 'other crime' and a 33.3% reduction in public order offences, which may reflect seasonal changes as nights draw in and social activity shifts indoors. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, stood 28% above the UK average for this category, highlighting a localised challenge that warrants attention. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, fell 22.2% to seven incidents, a decline that could be linked to the start of the academic year and increased community oversight. The area's performance in property crimes was strong, with vehicle crime at 0.3 per 1,000—25% below the UK average—and burglary at 0.2 per 1,000, 29% below national levels. These figures suggest that Paulton's built-up character, with its limited commercial zones and compact residential areas, may naturally deter vehicle-related crime. For residents, the 100% increase in vehicle crime is a critical data point, indicating a need for heightened vigilance in parking areas during the busy September period.

Paulton's crime rate rose 26.7% from 4.7 per 1,000 in August to 5.9 per 1,000 in September 2025, marking the first upward movement in the year. This increase, though modest, translates to one reported crime for every 169 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that remains well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, a figure that reflects the low overall volume of incidents but may feel more pronounced during periods of heightened activity. When scaled to the population of 6,410, this rate underscores the area's relative safety compared to national benchmarks. The 20.3% gap between Paulton's rate and the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local crime prevention measures, particularly in property-related categories where the area consistently outperforms national figures. However, the 28% above-average rate for violence and sexual offences indicates a targeted challenge that requires further analysis. For residents, the most tangible impact of the rate increase may be the doubling of vehicle crime incidents, a change that could be attributed to the influx of new residents or increased traffic during the September period. These figures, while not alarming in absolute terms, serve as a reminder of the dynamic nature of crime patterns and the importance of community vigilance.