North Somerset Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

North Somerset recorded a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 in July 2025, marking a 17.4% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This performance places the area firmly in the lower quartile of England and Wales for overall crime severity. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.4% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%) and public order offences (10.4%). These figures align with the seasonal rhythm of North Somerset, a coastal district with significant tourism infrastructure and a mix of urban and rural communities. The peak summer season, with schools on holiday and festivals in full swing, likely contributed to increased public order incidents, though the rate remained 1% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour saw a 23% reduction compared to the national average, possibly reflecting local initiatives or community engagement efforts during the summer months. The area's relatively low burglary rate (0.2 per 1,000) and vehicle crime rate (0.2 per 1,000) suggest effective community policing strategies or environmental deterrents, though these figures require further analysis in the context of North Somerset's unique geography and demographics.

July 2025 saw a 50% reduction in shoplifting compared to June, with incidents dropping from 120 to 60. This sharp decline may reflect heightened retail security measures or the seasonal timing of the summer solstice, when tourist footfall peaks but also when businesses implement additional safeguards. Conversely, vehicle crime increased by 60% (25 to 40), a rise that could be attributed to the influx of holidaymakers and the corresponding demand for short-term car rentals. Possession of weapons also rose by 50%, though this category remains at the UK average level (0.1 per 1,000). The most significant decrease was in theft from the person, which fell by two-thirds (from 3 to 1), linked to increased police patrols in high-traffic areas during the summer season. Anti-social behaviour continued to underperform compared to the UK average, with a 23% gap (1.2 vs 1.6 per 1,000), suggesting that local community programmes may be having a measurable impact. Public order offences, however, edged 9% above the national average (0.7 vs 0.6 per 1,000), reflecting the challenges of managing large summer events in a coastal town with limited policing resources.

North Somerset's crime rate remained stable at 7.1 per 1,000 in July 2025, matching the previous month's figure exactly. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately 51 crimes per day across the district, a figure that includes both violent and property-related incidents. When scaled to the population of 224,578 residents, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 141 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which would imply a higher frequency of crime per capita in other areas. The consistency in the overall rate contrasts with the marked fluctuations in specific categories, such as the 50% drop in shoplifting and 60% increase in vehicle crime. These variations highlight the importance of granular analysis when assessing local crime trends. While the district's overall safety profile remains strong compared to the national average, the divergence in specific crime types suggests that targeted interventions may be necessary in certain areas. For instance, the rise in vehicle crime could warrant additional focus on securing car parks near popular tourist attractions, while the sustained low levels of burglary might indicate the effectiveness of existing community safety initiatives.