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

October 2025 saw Rural Bath and North East Somerset maintain a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents, significantly lower than the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This places the area 46.8% below the national benchmark, a consistent trend for a region characterised by low-density housing and a strong community presence. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (30.4% of all crimes), followed by public order (15.9%) and anti-social behaviour (15.9%). These figures align with patterns observed in similar rural and semi-rural areas, where interpersonal disputes and public disturbances often dominate crime statistics. Seasonal factors may have played a role in the distribution of offences: the transition to darker evenings in October, coupled with Halloween-related activities, could have contributed to increased public order incidents. However, the overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average, reflecting the area's generally safer environment. The balance between property and violent crime is also noteworthy: while property crimes (21) and violent crimes (21) were equal in number, the violent category included a higher proportion of serious offences such as sexual violence, which are less common in rural settings. This suggests that local policing strategies and community cohesion may be effective in mitigating property-related crime, even as violent incidents remain a persistent concern.

The most dramatic month-on-month change occurred in burglary, which surged by 700% (from 1 to 8 offences). This jump, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 (the area's rate was 0.5 per 1,000), raises questions about potential vulnerabilities during October's darker evenings and holiday season. Concurrently, anti-social behaviour increased by 266.7% (from 3 to 11), a figure that may be linked to the seasonal context of Halloween and the associated increase in public gatherings. Bicycle theft also doubled (from 0 to 1), though this remains a rare occurrence compared to the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. On the decline side, vehicle crime fell by 66.7% (from 6 to 2), possibly reflecting reduced vehicle-related activity during the month. Drug-related offences also dropped by 50.0%, from 2 to 1, though this category remains below the UK average. Public order offences were 32% above the UK average (0.5 per 1,000), highlighting a specific challenge for local authorities. Residents may find the 700% increase in burglary particularly concerning, as it represents the largest single-category shift in the data and could indicate a need for targeted interventions in home security awareness campaigns.

The crime rate in October 2025 (4.1 per 1,000) marked a 40.9% increase from the previous month's rate of 2.9 per 1,000, though it remains well below the UK average. Over the course of the month, there were approximately 2 crimes reported per day in Rural Bath and North East Somerset, translating to a monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 244 residents. This figure, while showing an uptick from the prior month, still underscores the area's relative safety compared to national standards. When contextualised within the local population of 16,819 residents, the 69 total crimes reported in October represent a manageable burden for community policing resources. However, the month-on-month increase suggests that local authorities may need to reassess recent trends, particularly given the sharp rise in burglary. The daily crime count of 2 per day provides a tangible benchmark for residents: this equates to roughly one crime occurring every 15.5 hours. While this rate is low, the 700% increase in burglary highlights a specific vulnerability that could be addressed through enhanced community engagement or targeted patrols during high-risk periods. The comparison to the UK average further illustrates that, despite the month-on-month rise, the area continues to perform significantly better than the national average in most crime categories, with the exception of public order offences.