Radstock Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 10,747, Radstock recorded 57 crimes in December 2023, translating to a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 26.4% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000, a notable distinction given the area’s small built-up footprint within Bath and North East Somerset. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (25 incidents, 43.9% of total), followed by shoplifting (11 incidents, 19.3%) and other theft (8 incidents, 14.0%). These patterns align with seasonal dynamics typical of December, when retail activity peaks and dark evenings may influence both victim exposure and offender behaviour. While violence rates in Radstock were 12% below the UK average (2.3 per 1,000), shoplifting rates surged to 1.0 per 1,000—double the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This discrepancy may partly reflect the area’s proximity to Bath’s high street, where retail footfall remains strong even in winter. Other theft and drugs offences also exceeded UK averages, suggesting localised factors such as transient populations or specific retail vulnerabilities could contribute to these trends. The low burglary rate (0.1 per 1,000, 71% below the UK average) contrasts with higher anti-social behaviour rates (68% below UK average), indicating a combination of community dynamics and crime prevention efforts. As December’s holiday season wanes, these patterns may shift, but the area’s overall safety profile remains consistent with its relatively low crime rates compared to national benchmarks.

December 2023 saw significant month-on-month shifts in crime patterns across Radstock. Other theft offences rose sharply by 166.7% (3 to 8 incidents), while drugs-related crimes doubled from 0 to 2. Possession of weapons also increased by 100% (0 to 1), highlighting emerging concerns in specific categories. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 66.7% (3 to 1), and public order offences dropped by 60% (5 to 2), suggesting targeted interventions or seasonal lulls. Shoplifting, though still a concern, declined by 54.2% (24 to 11), possibly reflecting reduced retail hours or increased security measures during the festive period. These shifts underscore a mixed picture: while violent crime (25 incidents) remained the largest category, shoplifting’s 104% above UK average (1.0 vs 0.5 per 1,000) demands closer attention. Radstock’s vehicle crime rate (0.4 per 1,000) was 11% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s limited car ownership or effective parking management. Residents may find the 1.0 per 1,000 shoplifting rate particularly relevant, as this category often correlates with local retail environments and holiday shopping patterns.

Radstock’s December 2023 crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 represents a 37.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.5 per 1,000, illustrating a marked improvement in the area’s safety profile. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the monthly total for local residents. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 189 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that may resonate differently depending on whether it’s viewed as a low frequency or a potential risk for individual households. Compared to the UK average, Radstock’s overall crime rate remains 26.4% below, a distinction that aligns with its status as a small built-up area within a larger local authority. This comparison is particularly striking when considering categories like shoplifting, which exceeded the UK average by 104%, suggesting that while the area is generally safer, specific vulnerabilities exist. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the importance of context: with 10,747 residents, even small absolute numbers can translate into meaningful local impacts. These figures collectively illustrate an area that, despite its low overall crime rate, requires targeted attention to address specific emerging trends such as shoplifting and drug-related offences.