Clevedon Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile for Clevedon in March 2023 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, shaped by the area's character as a built-up coastal town within North Somerset. With a total crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents—50% below the UK average of 7.6—Clevedon's crime mix highlights the prominence of violence and sexual offences (37.4% of all crimes) and public order incidents (16.9%). This contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate. The seasonal transition to spring, with longer evenings and clocks changing, may have influenced patterns, as increased foot traffic in Clevedon’s coastal retail and leisure areas could contribute to public order issues. Anti-social behaviour (10.8%) and shoplifting (10.8%) also feature prominently, suggesting a combination of local demographics and environmental factors. Violent crime rates in Clevedon are 49% below the UK average, which may reflect the area’s relatively low population density compared to major urban centres, as well as community-focused policing efforts. However, public order offences slightly exceed the UK average by 9%, linked to events or increased visitor numbers during the spring season. The overall crime mix illustrates a community where violent incidents are more prevalent than property crimes, a pattern consistent with smaller towns where personal conflicts and social dynamics play a larger role than commercial theft.

March 2023 saw a shift in Clevedon’s crime mix, with violent crimes accounting for nearly 40% of all reported incidents—a higher proportion than the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate. This divergence may be attributed to the area’s proximity to coastal tourism hubs, where interpersonal conflicts and public order issues are more likely to arise. Violent and sexual offences, though 49% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), remain the most common category, highlighting the need for targeted interventions in high-traffic areas. Public order offences (16.9%) exceeded the UK average by 9%, potentially linked to the transition to spring and increased social activity. Conversely, property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime were significantly lower than the UK average, with burglary rates 70% below and vehicle crime 79% below. This may reflect Clevedon’s lower population density and the absence of large-scale retail or industrial areas that typically drive such crimes. Anti-social behaviour (10.8%) and shoplifting (10.8%) were also lower than the UK average, suggesting effective local measures in managing community safety. For residents, the data underscores that while violent crime remains a focus, the overall rate remains well below national levels, indicating a relatively secure environment compared to other parts of the UK.

In March 2023, Clevedon recorded 83 crimes over 31 days, translating to roughly 3 crimes per day—a daily rate that is significantly lower than the UK average when scaled to population size. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 260 residents, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents within the local population. With a population of 21,609, Clevedon’s monthly exposure to crime is far less than the UK average, where the equivalent ratio would be much lower due to higher overall crime rates. The daily crime count, while modest, may appear higher to residents when compared to smaller, more rural areas with even fewer incidents. However, Clevedon’s built-up nature and coastal location likely contribute to a more consistent presence of policing and community engagement initiatives, which may help mitigate crime. The monthly exposure metric also highlights that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime in Clevedon is minimal, with only a small fraction of the population encountering an incident. This aligns with the broader trend of Clevedon’s crime rate being 50% below the UK average, reinforcing the area’s position as a relatively safe place to live despite its proximity to tourism and leisure activities that could theoretically increase crime risk.