Locking Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,299 residents, Locking recorded 20 crimes in August 2023, equating to a crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 people. This figure is 53.1% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a safer environment compared to the national trend. The most common crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 30% of all incidents (6 cases), followed by violence and sexual offences (4 cases, 20%) and other theft (3 cases, 15%). These patterns align with Locking’s character as a built-up area within North Somerset, where community cohesion and local policing likely contribute to lower overall crime rates. Seasonal factors may also play a role: August, a peak holiday month, typically sees increased tourism and temporary population shifts, which could influence crime dynamics. However, the area’s low violent crime rate—70% below the UK average—suggests effective community engagement or environmental design that deters serious offences. The absence of significant property crime spikes, despite the summer season, further underscores the area’s relative security compared to more densely populated urban centres.

August 2023 saw dramatic month-on-month increases in several crime categories. Anti-social behaviour surged by 500%, rising from 1 to 6 cases, while violence and sexual offences jumped 300% (1 to 4) and other theft climbed 200% (1 to 3). These spikes contrast sharply with the area’s overall low crime rate but may reflect transient factors such as holiday-related disruptions or temporary population imbalances. Bicycle theft in Locking was 344% above the UK average (0.4 vs 0.1 per 1,000), a figure that could be linked to the area’s proximity to cycling routes or recreational spaces. Conversely, violent crime remained 70% below the UK average, suggesting that Locking’s social fabric or policing strategies may mitigate severe incidents. For residents, the daily crime count of approximately 1 incident per day (20 crimes over 31 days) provides a tangible benchmark for assessing local safety. The stark disparity between Locking’s bicycle theft rate and the UK average highlights a specific vulnerability that warrants targeted measures, such as increased surveillance in high-traffic areas or community education on bike security.

Locking’s crime rate in August 2023 (3.8 per 1,000) marked a 149.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 1.5 per 1,000, a sharp contrast to the steady decline seen in many UK areas during summer. On a daily basis, this translates to roughly 1 crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the volatility of month-on-month changes. Over the course of August, one reported crime occurred for every 265 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, which typically sees 1 crime for every 125 residents. Locking’s population of 5,299 means that the 20 crimes recorded in August represent a relatively small proportion of the community, though the sudden spikes in anti-social behaviour and other theft categories indicate localized pressures. This comparison underscores the importance of context: while Locking’s overall crime rate is exceptionally low, the rapid increases in specific categories suggest that transient factors—such as seasonal tourism or temporary population shifts—can affect certain areas. Residents may find the 1-in-265 monthly exposure rate reassuring, but the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour highlights the need for ongoing community vigilance and targeted interventions.