Clevedon Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In Clevedon, the per-capita perspective reveals that for every 1,000 residents, there were 4.9 reported crimes in October 2024—a rate 39.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This statistic translates to a daily risk of approximately three crimes for the area’s population of 21,609, a figure that, while low, remains a reminder of the ongoing need for community vigilance. The breakdown of crimes shows that violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly 40% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.2%) and criminal damage and arson (10.4%). These figures suggest a crime profile shaped by local dynamics, such as the area’s coastal character and seasonal rhythms. October’s darker evenings and Halloween festivities may have influenced patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences, though the exact causal links remain hedged. The lower rate of violent crime compared to the UK average could be consistent with Clevedon’s demographic profile—a mix of residential and tourist areas with lower levels of socio-economic deprivation than other parts of the country. However, the sharp rise in burglary and vehicle crime highlights the need for continued attention to property-related risks, which may be linked to seasonal changes in home occupancy or increased vehicle movement during festive periods.

October 2024 saw a significant 200% increase in burglary cases, rising from two to six incidents, a shift that may be linked to seasonal transitions or changes in household security practices. Concurrently, vehicle crime rose by 50%, from six to nine cases, potentially reflecting increased traffic during Halloween events or altered parking patterns. Anti-social behaviour also climbed by 36.4%, with 15 incidents reported—suggesting that the darker evenings of October, coupled with Halloween-related activity, could be contributing to this trend. However, shoplifting declined sharply by 53.8%, from 13 to six cases, due to heightened police presence or changes in retail security measures around festive periods. Clevedon’s rate for violence and sexual offences—1.9 per 1,000—is 29% below the UK average, illustrating a consistent pattern of lower violent crime compared to the national context. This divergence may be attributable to the area’s character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist activity, where community cohesion and local policing efforts could play a role in mitigating such incidents.

Clevedon’s October 2024 crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents marks a 5.2% decline from the previous month’s 5.2 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but measurable shift in local safety trends. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately three crimes each day, a figure that, while low, underscores the continuous need for vigilance in community spaces. Over the course of the month, the probability of a resident encountering a reported crime stood at roughly 1 in 204, a statistic that contextualises the risk in tangible terms for individuals living or working in Clevedon. When compared to the UK average, Clevedon’s population-scaled perspective reveals a stark contrast: the area’s rate is nearly half that of the national average, suggesting a combination of local factors—such as its coastal setting, residential density, and possibly the influence of seasonal activities—that may contribute to a lower incidence of crime. This comparison is particularly meaningful for residents, as it highlights how Clevedon’s unique demographic and geographic profile may shape its crime profile in ways distinct from other parts of the country.