North Somerset Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

North Somerset's crime rate in December 2025 stood at 6.8 per 1,000 residents, 2.9% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This figure, while slightly lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local and seasonal factors. The most significant category of crime was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 44.7% of all reported incidents. This dominance of violent crime is consistent with the area's character as a mixed urban-rural district with a significant coastal population, where social dynamics and seasonal events may amplify such incidents. The data also highlights a stark contrast between property-related and violent crime trends: while property crimes (including burglary, vehicle crime, and shoplifting) formed a smaller proportion of total incidents, the high proportion of violent offences suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. Seasonal factors played a clear role in shaping the crime profile. The Christmas shopping peak and extended dark evenings likely contributed to increased public order offences and anti-social behaviour, though these were offset by a notable drop in shoplifting—possibly due to reduced foot traffic or enhanced retail security measures. Conversely, the sharp rise in bicycle theft may be linked to increased cycling during the colder months or the movement of stolen bikes from other areas. The area's coastal geography and seasonal events, such as Christmas markets and festive celebrations, may also have influenced crime patterns, with public order offences and violence rising in tandem with crowd density. While the overall rate remains relatively stable, the composition of crime in December 2025 underscores the need for nuanced strategies that address both the immediate and underlying drivers of violent and property-related offences.

December 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with bicycle theft surging by 88.9% to 17 incidents—a jump from 9 in November. This increase, though notable, may be linked to seasonal factors such as the Christmas shopping period and increased cycling during darker evenings. Conversely, shoplifting fell sharply by 27.5%, dropping from 120 to 87 incidents, possibly reflecting reduced foot traffic in retail areas during the holiday season. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 44.7% of all crimes, and stood 21% above the UK average at 3.1 per 1,000. This discrepancy highlights a localised challenge in North Somerset compared to the national profile, where such offences typically account for a smaller share of total crime. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell 14% below the UK average, suggesting that community-focused initiatives in the area may be yielding results. The data also reveals a 59.5% increase in vehicle crime, a shift that could be tied to seasonal changes in parking patterns or increased vehicle usage during the festive period.

North Somerset's crime rate in December 2025 fell by 7.6% compared to November 2025, declining from 7.4 to 6.8 per 1,000 residents. This marks a continuation of the downward trend observed in recent months, though seasonal factors may influence the pace of this decline. Daily crime counts averaged 49 incidents per day, a figure that, while localised, provides a tangible sense of the scale of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 146 residents, a measure that situates the rate within the context of the area's population. This monthly exposure rate is consistent with broader patterns observed in similar-sized local authority districts, though the specific mix of crime types in North Somerset diverges from the UK average in several key categories. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that while the overall rate remains relatively stable, shifts in crime composition—such as the sharp rise in bicycle theft—require closer attention from local authorities and residents alike.