Clevedon Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Clevedon's crime rate in April 2023 stood at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, placing the built-up area 33.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of seasonal and local factors, with the Easter holiday period likely contributing to the 30.2% month-on-month increase from March's 3.8 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34.3% of all reported incidents (37 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%) and public order offences (14.8%). These patterns align with Clevedon's character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial areas, where public spaces often host both locals and visitors. The relatively low rate of property crime—despite a 150% increase in burglary and vehicle crime—suggests that other categories, such as shoplifting and theft from the person, remain well below national averages. This contrast may be attributed to Clevedon's compact geography, which limits opportunities for large-scale property crimes. The seasonal context of April, marked by spring weather and increased outdoor activity, likely influenced the distribution of offences, with public order and anti-social behaviour incidents rising in tandem with visitor numbers. While the overall crime rate remains low, the sharp increases in burglary and vehicle crime highlight the need for continued vigilance, particularly during periods of heightened foot traffic and seasonal transitions.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in April 2023 was the 150% increase in both burglary and vehicle crime, which rose from 2 to 5 incidents each. This surge, while significant, remains well below the UK average for these categories (0.3 and 0.5 per 1,000 respectively). Meanwhile, other theft fell by 50%, from 6 to 3 incidents, though this decrease may reflect seasonal shifts rather than a long-term trend. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category at 37 incidents (34.3% of total), remain 32% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000). The balance between property and violent crime in Clevedon is skewed, with property crimes (37) matching violent crimes (37) in total numbers—a rarity in UK crime statistics. Residents may find the 100% increase in theft from the person (from 0 to 1 incident) particularly noteworthy. The spike in burglary and vehicle crime could be linked to the Easter holiday period, which typically increases foot traffic and creates opportunities for opportunistic crimes.

Clevedon's crime rate in April 2023 rose to 5.0 per 1,000 residents, a 30.2% increase from March's 3.8 per 1,000. This places the area within the UK's broader context of 7.5 per 1,000.3% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately four reported crimes per day in April, a figure that, while consistent with local patterns, reflects the seasonal uptick in outdoor activity during spring. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 200 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in Clevedon compared to larger urban centres. This statistic, when scaled to the area's population of 21,609, underscores that most residents are not directly affected by crime on a daily basis. The increase from March may be linked to the Easter holiday period, which typically sees more foot traffic in local shops and public spaces, potentially creating opportunities for certain types of crime.