Rural Bath and North East Somerset Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Rural Bath and North East Somerset, 4.5 crimes were reported in April 2024—a rate that is 41.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This translates to a per-capita risk that, while present, remains significantly lower than national levels. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (36 incidents, 47.4% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (7 incidents, 9.2%) and public order offences (6 incidents, 7.9%). These figures suggest a crime profile shaped by both the built-up character of the area and seasonal factors, such as the Easter period and springtime activities that may extend outdoor engagement. The high proportion of violent crimes contrasts with the area’s generally low overall rate, pointing to a potential imbalance in the types of incidents occurring. This could be influenced by local demographics or the presence of specific facilities, such as retail hubs or public spaces that see increased use during holidays. The rate of violence and sexual offences (2.1 per 1,000) is 18% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000) is 67% below the national rate of 1.2 per 1,000. This suggests that while the area is not immune to violent crime, its overall environment may mitigate more severe incidents. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and milder weather—may contribute to the observed patterns, as increased outdoor activity could heighten opportunities for both property-related and interpersonal crimes. However, the low levels of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and other theft (0.3 per 1,000), both significantly below UK averages, indicate that certain risks remain limited in this rural yet built-up area. These data points collectively illustrate a community where crime is present but not pervasive, with specific challenges that may require targeted attention.

April 2024 saw a dramatic 400% increase in shoplifting, with the number of incidents rising from 1 to 5. This sharp rise may be linked to Easter-related retail activity, as the area’s built-up nature within Bath and North East Somerset likely sees heightened foot traffic during holidays. Concurrently, violent crimes rose by 157.1%, jumping from 14 to 36—a stark shift that places violence and sexual offences as the most common category, accounting for 47.4% of all reported crimes. This spike is particularly noteworthy given that the UK average for this category is 2.6 per 1,000, with the area’s rate at 2.1 per 1,000, 18% below the national average. Meanwhile, other theft fell by 37.5%, from 8 to 5, and criminal damage and arson dropped by 20%, from 5 to 4. These decreases, however, are overshadowed by the explosive growth in shoplifting and violence. For residents, the 400% surge in shoplifting offers a tangible example of how seasonal and situational factors can rapidly alter crime dynamics, even in a relatively low-crime area.

The crime rate for April 2024 (4.5 per 1,000) marks an 85.2% increase from the previous month’s rate of 2.4 per 1,000. This rise translates to roughly 3 crimes reported per day in Rural Bath and North East Somerset, a figure that, while modest, reflects a notable shift in local patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 221 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against the area’s population of 16,819, underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents. However, the jump from March to April suggests a seasonal or situational factor at play, possibly linked to the Easter period and increased outdoor activity. While the daily crime count remains low, the increase in violent crimes—now accounting for nearly half of all reported incidents—may indicate a change in the mix of criminal activity, particularly as spring weather extends daylight hours and community engagement shifts. This contrast with the previous month highlights the importance of monitoring trends over short intervals, as even small fluctuations can signal broader patterns.