North Somerset Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

North Somerset recorded a crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 in November 2025, placing it 1.4% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (42.8% of total incidents), anti-social behaviour (12%), and public order offences (10.1%), reflecting a mix of persistent and emerging challenges. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—likely contributed to fluctuations in criminal activity. While violent crime remained 25% above the UK average, the area's performance in other categories showed stark contrasts. Anti-social behaviour was 15% below the national average, and shoplifting, though rising by 29% month-on-month, remained 21% below UK levels. These patterns suggest that while North Somerset faces some localized pressures, its overall crime profile remains broadly aligned with national trends. The combination of high-profile events and shifting seasonal dynamics may have influenced both the frequency and nature of incidents, warranting further analysis of how these factors interact with the area's unique demographic and geographic characteristics.

The most striking shift in November 2025 was the 80% increase in possession of weapons, rising from 10 to 18 incidents. This jump, though still below the UK average for this category (0.1 per 1,000), signals a potential escalation in local tensions or unmet demand for weapons. Shoplifting also surged by 29%, with 120 reported incidents compared to 93 in October, despite the area remaining 21% below the UK average for this crime type. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 44.7%, from 76 to 42, possibly linked to reduced retail activity or improved security measures during the post-Black Friday period. Other notable shifts include a 17.2% increase in 'other crime' and a 30.8% drop in bicycle theft, the latter potentially influenced by seasonal changes in cycling patterns. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime trends and the need for ongoing monitoring of specific categories.

North Somerset's crime rate in November 2025 fell to 7.4 per 1,000, a 5.7% decline from the previous month's 7.8 per 1,000. This reduction, though modest, suggests a potential stabilization in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 55 crimes per day, a figure that contextualizes the pace of criminal activity within the community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 135 residents, a monthly aggregate that reflects the density of incidents relative to the population. With a population of 224,578, this rate translates to a manageable level of exposure for residents, though localized hotspots may still require attention. The comparison to the UK average is less pronounced here, as the overall rate is only 1.4% higher than the national figure, indicating that North Somerset's crime profile aligns closely with broader trends despite some local variations.