Clevedon Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Clevedon during October 2023, 4 crimes were reported – a rate 50% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This translates to roughly one crime for every 251 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. The breakdown reveals a striking imbalance in crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 52.3% of all incidents (45 cases), followed by other theft (10.5%) and anti-social behaviour (9.3%). These proportions contrast sharply with national trends, where violent crimes make up only 22% of the UK average. The seasonal context of October – with darker evenings and the approach of Halloween – may partly explain the elevated share of violent incidents, consistent with patterns observed in other coastal towns where nightlife activity and reduced visibility contribute to increased reports. Property crimes, while lower in absolute numbers, remain significantly below UK averages: shoplifting, burglary, and vehicle crime all occurred at rates 48-81% below national levels. This suggests Clevedon’s relatively low levels of commercial activity and residential density contribute to its distinct crime profile, though the high proportion of violent crime indicates a need for targeted community engagement strategies in areas with higher foot traffic, such as the town centre and coastal pathways.

October 2023 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with other theft cases surging by 350% (from 2 to 9 incidents) and possession of weapons doubling (from 0 to 2 cases). These increases, though small in absolute terms, signal potential emerging trends that warrant closer monitoring. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 57.1% (from 7 to 3 cases), possibly reflecting seasonal changes in parking patterns or increased security measures during the autumn period. The violent crime category, which accounted for over half of all incidents, remained 22% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.1 vs 2.7 per 1,000). This contrast with national data highlights Clevedon’s unique demographic profile, where a mix of permanent residents and seasonal visitors may influence crime dynamics differently than in larger urban centres. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences occurred at rates 69-66% below UK averages, suggesting that Clevedon’s community policing efforts and the relatively low population density may contribute to these lower figures. For residents, the most immediately relevant finding is the 50% reduction in overall crime compared to the UK average, which means living in Clevedon carries roughly half the risk of experiencing a crime compared to the national average.

Clevedon’s crime rate in October 2023 (4.0 per 1,000) represented a 14.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 3.5 per 1,000. This rise, though modest in absolute terms, translates to 3 crimes per day on average – a figure that, while low, underscores the need for sustained vigilance. When contextualised against the local population of 21,609, the monthly exposure of 1 crime per 251 residents illustrates a manageable risk level for most residents. However, this average masks variations across different crime types: while property crimes remain consistently below UK levels, the proportion of violent incidents suggests a different risk profile than in other parts of the country. The town’s built-up area status within North Somerset likely plays a role in this dynamic, as urban centres often experience higher rates of interpersonal crime despite lower property crime levels. Comparing Clevedon’s daily crime count (3 per day) to the UK average (which would be approximately 6-7 per day in a similarly sized area) reinforces the area’s relatively safe environment. This comparative advantage is particularly evident in violent crime categories, where the 22% gap below the UK average for violence and sexual offences suggests that local initiatives – whether through community policing or social cohesion efforts – may be effectively reducing risk in ways that align with the area’s character as a coastal commuter town with a mix of residential and recreational spaces.