North Somerset Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated North Somerset’s crime profile in April 2025, accounting for 39.1% of all reported crimes—a stark contrast to the UK average, where this category contributes 2.6 per 1,000 residents compared to North Somerset’s 2.7 per 1,000. The area’s overall crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents was 10.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a disparity that reflects broader trends in local policing and community engagement. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter, milder weather, and increased outdoor activity—likely influenced patterns, with anti-social behaviour and public order offences rising in tandem with foot traffic in town centres and recreational areas. However, the dominance of violent crime suggests underlying challenges in addressing interpersonal conflict, potentially linked to the area’s mix of urban and rural spaces, where community dynamics and resource distribution may play a role. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, remained a significant concern, contributing 16.4% of all crimes. This highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas with high concentrations of youth or transient populations. The relatively low rates of property crime, such as shoplifting (24% below the UK average) and burglary (26% below), may be attributed to effective community policing or the area’s demographic profile, which includes a mix of residential and commercial zones with varying levels of surveillance. As spring progresses, the interplay between seasonal activities and crime prevention strategies will remain critical in maintaining the area’s current trajectory.

April 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with theft from the person doubling from 2 to 4 incidents and bicycle theft rising by 83.3% to 11 cases. These increases may be linked to Easter-related travel or increased outdoor activity during spring. Conversely, burglary fell by 22.4% compared to March, and criminal damage and arson dropped by 21.7%, potentially reflecting seasonal changes in property use or heightened community vigilance. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, at 2.7 per 1,000 residents—3% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, was 17% below the UK average, a trend consistent with local efforts to address public order issues. The 10.4% reduction in overall crime compared to the UK average underscores North Somerset’s relatively safer profile, though targeted increases in specific categories warrant ongoing monitoring.

North Somerset's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 6.9 per 1,000 residents, a 3.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as spring weather and Easter-related activities may have shifted community engagement and policing focus. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 52 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the local population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 145 residents, a statistic that highlights the relative safety of the area compared to UK averages. When scaled to the population of 224,578, this monthly exposure provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or community events. The decrease in burglary and criminal damage compared to March may reflect targeted policing efforts or seasonal lulls in certain crime types.