North Somerset Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

North Somerset's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 7.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 6.1% below the UK average of 8.2. This figure, while lower nationally, masks significant variations in crime types. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 41% of all reported incidents and 16% above the UK average. This concentration of violent crime may be linked to the area's mix of urban and rural environments, where social interactions in town centres or coastal areas could contribute to higher rates of such offences. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.0 per 1,000, was 29% below the UK average, reflecting the impact of community-focused policing initiatives or lower population density in certain areas. Public order offences, however, rose 31% above the UK average (0.8 vs 0.6 per 1,000), a trend that might be influenced by the start of summer, when increased foot traffic in public spaces could lead to more disturbances. The seasonal context of June—longer days and the onset of tourism—may also explain the higher rate of public order incidents, as coastal and rural attractions draw larger crowds. While the overall crime rate remains below the national average, the divergence in specific categories highlights the need for targeted strategies to address violent crime while maintaining the relatively low levels of anti-social behaviour.

June 2024 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, with robbery rising by 228.6% (7 to 23 incidents) and theft from the person doubling (4 to 8). Bicycle theft also climbed by 60%, from 10 to 16, a trend that may reflect increased summer cycling activity. These spikes contrast with declines in other areas: possession of weapons dropped by 20% (10 to 8) and drug-related crimes fell by 14.3% (21 to 18). The area's violent crime rate (3.2 per 1,000) is 16% above the UK average, a divergence that suggests local factors may be influencing this category. Anti-social behaviour, however, is 29% below the UK average (1.0 vs 1.4 per 1,000), reflecting community engagement efforts or lower population density in certain areas. For residents, the significant rise in robbery rates is a particularly immediate concern, as it indicates a shift in criminal activity patterns during the summer months.

North Somerset's crime rate in June 2024 rose by 4.1% compared to the previous month, climbing from 7.4 to 7.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a continued upward trend in certain categories. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 58 crimes each day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 130 residents, a ratio that highlights the frequency of incidents in a population of 224,578. This monthly exposure rate is useful for understanding how crime is distributed across the community. When compared to the UK average, North Somerset remains 6.1% below the national rate, but the mix of crime types shows distinct local patterns. For instance, the area's violent crime rate is higher than the UK average, suggesting that local factors such as population density or social dynamics may be influencing these figures. These comparisons provide a broader perspective on how North Somerset's crime profile aligns with national trends.