Rural Bath and North East Somerset Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2025, Rural Bath and North East Somerset recorded 62 crimes, equivalent to a rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 54.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This built-up area, which blends rural tranquillity with urban infrastructure, continues to demonstrate a markedly lower crime profile compared to national trends. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (24 incidents, 38.7% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (9 incidents, 14.5%) and shoplifting (6 incidents, 9.7%). These figures align with the area’s character as a mix of residential and commercial zones, where the presence of public spaces and retail areas may contribute to higher rates of anti-social and shoplifting incidents. The seasonal context of May—marked by longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely influenced the rise in violence and sexual offences, which may be linked to greater foot traffic in public spaces. However, the area’s overall safety remains evident, with property crimes (19 incidents, 30.6% of total) and violent crimes (24 incidents, 38.7%) both significantly below UK averages. For instance, violence and sexual offences in the area are 51% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 65% lower. This combination of factors—seasonal activity, urban-rural dynamics, and local policing efforts—illustrates a community where crime, while present, is far from the norm.

May 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in crime patterns for Rural Bath and North East Somerset. Violence and sexual offences surged by 84.6%, jumping from 13 to 24 incidents, a sharp increase that may reflect the impact of longer evenings and bank holidays, which often coincide with increased outdoor socialising. Burglary also rose by 100%, with three incidents in April doubling to six in May, a trend that could be linked to seasonal shifts in household activity or temporary property vulnerabilities. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 80%, from five to one, likely due to reduced car usage or altered parking habits during the month. Anti-social behaviour increased by 28.6%, reaching nine incidents, while criminal damage and arson fell by two-thirds, suggesting a possible reduction in vandalism during warmer weather. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime, with violent crimes and burglary showing notable spikes compared to the UK average, where burglary rates are 43% lower in this area.

For Rural Bath and North East Somerset, the crime rate in May 2025 rose by 8.8% compared to April 2025, moving from 3.4 to 3.7 per 1,000 residents. This translates to approximately 2 crimes reported each day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s generally secure environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 271 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to the local population of 16,819, this means that the likelihood of an individual experiencing crime is significantly lower than the UK average. The daily crime count, though small, highlights the importance of maintaining vigilance during peak social periods, such as May’s longer evenings and bank holidays, which may contribute to fluctuations in reported incidents. This monthly exposure figure also provides context for local residents, illustrating that crime remains a rare occurrence in this part of Bath and North East Somerset.