Radstock Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Radstock’s built-up area recorded a crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents in February 2026, placing it 7.8% below the UK average of 6.4. This performance, while modest, aligns with the area’s character as a smaller urban centre with limited commercial density compared to larger cities. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences (46% of all reported crimes), a category that remains 16% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (11.1%) and shoplifting (7.9%) followed, both significantly below national benchmarks. Seasonal factors likely contributed to these patterns: February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have suppressed property crimes, which accounted for only 29% of all incidents compared to 46% for violent crimes. This imbalance contrasts with typical UK trends, where property crimes often dominate. The built-up area’s proximity to Bath’s urban core may explain the relatively higher rate of violent crime, as such areas often experience greater social interaction and potential for conflict. However, Radstock’s crime picture is also shaped by its smaller population and lower retail footprint, which may limit opportunities for theft and burglary. The UK average for shoplifting is 0.6 per 1,000, yet Radstock recorded only 0.5, suggesting that local initiatives or community cohesion may be playing a role. These findings illustrate a combination of geography, demographics, and seasonal rhythms that continues to shape crime patterns in this part of Somerset.

February saw a 33.0% monthly decline in Radstock’s crime rate, driven by sharp drops in vehicle crime (-87.5%) and criminal damage (-71.4%). This reduction may partly reflect the winter lull in outdoor activities and lower foot traffic in the built-up area. Conversely, violent crime increased compared to the previous month, with violence and sexual offences remaining 16% above the UK average at 2.7 per 1,000. Possession of weapons surged by 100%, reaching 0.2 per 1,000—186% above the UK average. This spike, though small in absolute terms, warrants attention given the area’s limited police presence and potential links to local youth dynamics. Meanwhile, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour both fell below UK averages, suggesting effective local policing strategies or seasonal factors dampening these categories. Residents may find the 1-in-171 monthly exposure rate useful for contextualising their personal risk, though this figure should not be taken as a definitive measure of safety.

Radstock's crime rate in February 2026 fell by 33.0% compared to the previous month, dropping from 8.8 to 5.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as winter months often see reduced outdoor activity and lower foot traffic in built-up areas. Locally, this translates to roughly 2 crimes reported per day over the 28-day period, a figure that may reflect the area’s compact nature and limited commercial activity outside core retail zones. On a monthly scale, the 1-in-171 resident exposure rate suggests that most residents are unlikely to experience crime directly, though this statistic should not be interpreted as a guarantee of safety. The population context—Radstock’s 10,747 residents—highlights that even modest absolute numbers can represent meaningful shifts when scaled to local demographics. This drop contrasts with the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, though Radstock remains below that benchmark, illustrating a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime rates in this part of Bath and North East Somerset.