North Somerset Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

North Somerset’s crime rate in January 2024 stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 13.5% below the UK average of 7.4. This performance reflects a combination of local factors and broader trends, with the area’s crime profile shaped by its mix of urban and rural characteristics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 43% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.7%) and public order offences (9.0%). These figures align with the area’s seasonal context, as January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to lower rates of shoplifting and other outdoor crimes. Shoplifting in North Somerset was 12% below the UK average, potentially linked to the area’s lower retail density compared to more densely populated urban centres. Meanwhile, public order offences were 25% above the national average, a figure that may reflect the dynamics of local community spaces or policing priorities. The overall stability in the crime rate compared to previous months suggests that while specific categories may fluctuate, the area has maintained a relatively consistent level of criminal activity. This is consistent with the broader seasonal pattern of January, where post-holiday periods and colder weather often lead to shifts in crime types, with property-related offences decreasing due to reduced outdoor activity. The data also highlights the importance of contextualising crime statistics within the area’s unique geography, as rural isolation may influence burglary patterns differently than in urban settings. Overall, North Somerset’s performance underscores the need to balance localised insights with national comparisons to ensure a comprehensive understanding of public safety trends.

January 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime increasing by 45.2% compared to the previous month. This rise, from 62 to 90 incidents, may partly reflect seasonal factors such as colder weather prompting more vehicle-related activities or changes in parking patterns. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 75%, dropping from 8 to 2 incidents, likely linked to reduced cycling activity during the winter months. Other crime also rose by 27.8%, with incidents increasing from 18 to 23. In contrast, theft from the person fell by 40%, from 5 to 3 cases, potentially indicating a reduction in opportunistic crimes during shorter daylight hours. North Somerset’s violence and sexual offences rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents was 8% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour remained 19% below the national figure, suggesting a mix of local challenges and strengths in crime prevention.

North Somerset's crime rate remained stable at 6.4 per 1,000 residents in January 2024, matching the rate recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity, though local factors may still influence specific categories. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 47 reported crimes, a figure that translates to a local monthly exposure of one crime for every 155 residents. This ratio provides a tangible sense of how frequently crime occurs within the community, though this is a monthly aggregate and does not reflect daily fluctuations. With a population of 224,578, the area's crime statistics must be contextualised within its demographic profile. While the rate is 13.5% below the UK average, the population size means that even relatively low crime rates can equate to a significant number of incidents. This underscores the importance of considering both absolute numbers and relative comparisons when assessing public safety.