Clevedon Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Clevedon’s crime profile in July 2025, accounting for 46.2% of all reported crimes. At 4.9 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall rate was 43.0% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This stark divergence highlights Clevedon’s distinct security profile compared to national trends, though the local focus on violent crime remains notable. The 49 recorded cases of violence and sexual offences—2.3 per 1,000 residents—were 24% below the UK average for this category, suggesting a combination of community engagement efforts and the area’s character as a coastal town with a relatively low population density. Anti-social behaviour followed at 16.0% of total crimes, again significantly below the UK average. The seasonal context of July, with schools out, tourism peak, and festivals, likely contributes to patterns seen in public order offences (12.3% of total) and anti-social behaviour. While the area’s coastal setting may reduce property crime opportunities compared to urban centres, the high proportion of violent crime contrasts with the UK’s broader trend of property crime dominance. This suggests local factors—such as community policing strategies or demographic composition—may shape Clevedon’s crime profile differently than national averages. direct links to specific initiatives but aligns with the area’s seasonal rhythm, where summer events may influence crime types. Overall, Clevedon’s crime picture reflects a balance between proactive community measures and the inherent challenges of managing public order in a tourist-heavy environment.

July 2025 saw sharp month-on-month changes in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime and drugs-related offences both doubling from the previous month. Vehicle crime rose by 100.0% (1 to 2 incidents), while drugs offences also increased by 100.0% (1 to 2). These spikes, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain the broader increase in overall crime rate from 3.9 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 50.0% (6 to 3 incidents), a drop that aligns with the UK average for this category but contrasts with Clevedon’s overall underperformance in property crime. The crime mix also shifted significantly, with violent crime (46.2% of total) outpacing property crime (20.8% of total), a reversal of the UK’s broader trend where property crime typically dominates. This shift may reflect Clevedon’s unique demographic profile or the impact of summer tourism on local interactions. Possession of weapons—0.1 per 1,000 residents—was the only category above the UK average (25% higher), raising questions about local enforcement practices or the presence of specific groups. For residents, the 50% reduction in shoplifting could indicate effective retail security measures, though the rise in vehicle crime suggests a need for increased attention to parking areas during peak summer months.

Clevedon’s crime rate in July 2025 (4.9 per 1,000 residents) marked a 24.9% increase from June’s 3.9 per 1,000, though it still remains well below the UK average. Translating this to daily life, the area experienced roughly 3 crimes per day in July, a figure that may feel manageable for residents but warrants vigilance given the seasonal context. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 204 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than many UK areas but may appear higher in absolute terms due to Clevedon’s relatively small population of 21,609. This figure does not account for the area’s unique geography or the impact of tourism, which can skew crime patterns compared to more densely populated regions. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Clevedon’s residents face a crime risk far below national averages, yet the local focus on violent crime suggests targeted policing efforts or community-specific challenges. While the UK average crime rate includes a broader mix of urban and rural areas, Clevedon’s built-up coastal setting may naturally limit certain types of crime, such as burglary or vehicle-related theft, which were both significantly below UK averages. However, the rise in vehicle crime highlights the need for continued monitoring of local transportation hubs, which may see increased activity during summer months.