Clevedon Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Clevedon’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 42.6% reduction compared to the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This places the area firmly in the lower bracket of national crime statistics, a trend consistent with Clevedon’s character as a relatively small built-up area in North Somerset. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 48.2% of all incidents, though the rate for this category (1.9 per 1,000) was 24% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 10.6% of crimes, with a rate 57% lower than the national average. These figures align with Clevedon’s status as a coastal town with a strong community presence, where public order issues and violent crime may be mitigated by local social cohesion. Seasonal factors also appear to influence the data: reduced retail footfall post-holiday likely contributed to the 44.4% drop in shoplifting, while shorter days may have curtailed outdoor crimes. However, the 100% increase in vehicle crime suggests other dynamics at play, linked to winter travel patterns or local infrastructure. Overall, Clevedon’s crime picture reflects a balance between persistent challenges in violent crime and a broader trend of lower-than-average rates across most categories.

January 2026 saw notable shifts in Clevedon’s crime profile, with vehicle crime surging by 100% and drugs-related incidents doubling from the previous month. This contrasts with sharp declines in other theft (down 55.6%) and shoplifting (down 44.4%), which may reflect reduced retail activity during the post-holiday period. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 48.2% of all reported crimes—24% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, though down 40% from December, still occurred at a rate 57% lower than the UK average, suggesting Clevedon’s community-focused policing strategies may be effective. The increase in vehicle crime, however, raises questions about local transportation patterns or seasonal factors influencing vehicle-related offences, despite the shorter days typical of January. These fluctuations illustrate the dynamic nature of crime in Clevedon, where specific categories respond differently to monthly rhythms.

Clevedon's crime rate in January 2026 fell to 3.9 per 1,000 residents, a 14.2% drop from the previous month’s 4.6 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as significantly safer compared to the prior month, though it remains well below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. On a daily basis, Clevedon recorded an average of three crimes per day in January, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s consistent trend of lower-than-average crime. When scaled to the local population of 21,609, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 254 residents—a rate that underscores the area’s relative safety. This is particularly notable given Clevedon’s status as a built-up area in North Somerset, where urban density typically correlates with higher crime rates. The population-scaled perspective highlights that residents face a lower risk of victimisation than the UK average, even as local crime patterns shift month-to-month.