Clevedon Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Clevedon’s crime rate in August 2024 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.5% below the UK average of 8.2. This marks a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime levels in the area, which is a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist-oriented infrastructure. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.4%) and public order offences (10.5%). These figures suggest a focus on community safety measures and policing in areas frequented by both residents and visitors. Seasonal factors may have influenced some patterns: August, a peak holiday month, typically sees increased tourism and temporary population shifts, which can affect crime dynamics. While higher foot traffic in coastal areas might usually correlate with property crime, Clevedon’s data shows a 30% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average, due to effective local retail security measures. The lower-than-average rates for vehicle crime (78% below UK) and criminal damage (35% below UK) could reflect a combination of community engagement initiatives and the area’s relatively low density of high-risk environments such as commercial parking lots. However, the seasonal context also introduces variables—empty homes during holidays may heighten burglary risks, though Clevedon’s burglary rate remains 6% below the UK average. These patterns underscore the interplay between local geography, policing strategies, and temporary demographic changes during the summer months.

August 2024 saw significant reductions in several crime categories. Violence and sexual offences fell by 35% from July, dropping from 80 to 52 incidents—a decrease that may reflect heightened police patrols during the summer tourist season or increased community vigilance. Vehicle crime also declined sharply, with a 50% reduction (from 4 to 2 incidents), potentially linked to fewer vehicles on the road during holiday periods or improved CCTV coverage in key areas. Conversely, three categories saw notable increases: other crime rose by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents), possession of weapons doubled (from 0 to 1), and robbery surged by 100% (from 0 to 3). These spikes, while small in absolute terms, warrant scrutiny. The rise in ‘other crime’ could indicate underreporting of minor incidents or shifting definitions in categorisation. Meanwhile, shoplifting remained 30% below the UK average (0.5 vs 0.7 per 1,000), a trend that may be reinforced by local retail partnerships with law enforcement. Anti-social behaviour, though still below the UK average, increased slightly to 1.5 per 1,000—up 4%—suggesting potential challenges in managing public spaces during peak tourist times. These contrasting trends highlight the complexity of maintaining low crime rates in a destination town with fluctuating demographics.

Clevedon’s crime rate in August 2024 (6.6 per 1,000) marked a 6.5% decrease from July’s rate of 7.1, reflecting a downward trend over recent months. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that may seem high to residents but is contextualised by Clevedon’s population of 21,609. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 151 residents—a rate that, while not negligible, remains well below the UK average. This monthly exposure metric provides a tangible sense of risk for locals: in practical terms, a resident has a 1-in-151 chance of being directly involved in a crime during an average month. When viewed against the broader UK context, Clevedon’s performance is notable for its consistency in maintaining below-average rates across multiple categories. For instance, shoplifting and other thefts are both 30% below the UK average, a feat that may be attributed to the town’s compact size and the effectiveness of local policing in high-traffic areas. However, the rise in ‘other crime’ and possession of weapons—though small in scale—reminds residents that even low-crime areas can experience isolated spikes. These figures underscore the importance of community awareness and the need for targeted interventions in emerging trends, such as the recent increase in robbery incidents.