Clevedon Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Clevedon’s crime rate in January 2024 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, significantly lower than the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure, which is 45.9% below the national benchmark, reflects the area’s ongoing success in maintaining low crime levels despite seasonal challenges. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 51.7% of all reported incidents, followed by vehicle crime (12.6%) and anti-social behaviour (9.2%). These patterns are consistent with Clevedon’s character as a coastal town, where community cohesion and local initiatives may play a role in mitigating violent crime. However, the seasonal context of January—marked by post-holiday lulls, reduced retail footfall, and shorter daylight hours—likely contributed to the overall decline in crime compared to the previous month. For instance, the lower incidence of public order offences and criminal damage may be partly explained by fewer outdoor gatherings and events during the colder months. While the area’s violent crime rate remains 19% below the UK average for this category, the dominance of violence and sexual offences suggests that targeted policing and support services for vulnerable populations remain crucial. The relatively low rates of property crimes, such as burglary (2.3% of total) and shoplifting (3.5% of total), which are 72% and 82% below the UK average respectively, may be influenced by Clevedon’s smaller retail footprint and strong community oversight. These figures collectively illustrate a town that, while not immune to crime, has managed to create an environment where residents face significantly lower risks compared to the national average. The data also hints at the importance of seasonal awareness, as the post-holiday period appears to reduce opportunities for certain crimes, though it may also expose vulnerabilities in other areas, such as vehicle-related incidents.

January 2024 saw significant fluctuations in Clevedon’s crime profile. Vehicle crime increased by 266.7% compared to the previous month, rising from 3 to 11 incidents. This sharp rise may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased car usage during colder weather or changes in parking patterns. Concurrently, other crime and robbery both doubled, with three and one incidents respectively, marking the first recorded instances of these categories in the month. These increases contrast with declines in criminal damage and arson (-57.1%) and public order offences (-50.0%), which may be linked to reduced public gatherings during the post-holiday period. Violent crime, though the most prevalent category (45 cases, 51.7% of total), remained 19% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This divergence highlights Clevedon’s unique profile, where community-focused policing and local initiatives may contribute to lower rates of violent incidents compared to national trends. For residents, the 266.7% surge in vehicle crime is a critical data point, suggesting a need for heightened awareness in parking areas and vehicle security measures.

Clevedon’s crime rate in January 2024 fell by 13.0% compared to the previous month, declining from 4.6 to 4.0 per 1,000 residents. This downward trend aligns with seasonal patterns typical of January, when reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours may dampen opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s consistent performance relative to national benchmarks. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 248 residents, illustrating the relatively low frequency of incidents in Clevedon. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 4.0 per 1,000 rate suggests that the area’s residents face significantly lower exposure to crime than the UK average. This is particularly notable in categories such as anti-social behaviour and public order offences, where Clevedon’s rates are 60% and 58% below the UK average respectively. These figures underscore the area’s effectiveness in managing community-level disruptions, even as other crime types show notable fluctuations.