Locking Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Locking's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 3.0 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 60% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This marked divergence from national trends underscores the unique characteristics of Locking, a built-up area within North Somerset that appears to benefit from a combination of low population density and community-oriented infrastructure. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50% of all incidents (8 cases), though this rate (1.5 per 1,000) was 42% below the UK average. Criminal damage and arson followed, representing 31.3% of total crimes (5 cases), with a rate (0.9 per 1,000) that was 53% higher than the national average. These contrasting patterns suggest that while Locking experiences relatively few violent incidents, property-related crimes may be influenced by factors such as seasonal events or local environmental conditions. The month's context—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended evening darkness—may have played a role in shaping these dynamics, though the absence of significant month-on-month changes indicates that these factors have not yet led to a broader increase in criminal activity. The low overall crime rate, combined with the area's built-up yet rural character, suggests that Locking's crime profile is shaped by a balance of localised vulnerabilities and protective factors such as strong community engagement and limited commercial activity.

November 2023 saw three crime categories increase from zero to one incident: public order, other crime, and burglary, each representing a 100% month-on-month rise. This shift highlights a minor uptick in low-frequency incidents. The violent crime rate in Locking (1.5 per 1,000) was 42% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), a stark contrast to the 53% increase in criminal damage and arson (0.9 per 1,000) compared to the national average of 0.6 per 1,000. These divergences suggest that while violent crime remains relatively rare, property-related offences may be influenced by specific local vulnerabilities. For residents, the most immediately relevant insight is the absence of significant changes in major crime categories, with the exception of the three previously unreported incidents. This stability, despite the seasonal context of dark evenings and major retail events, indicates that Locking's crime prevention measures may be effectively mitigating risks typically associated with such periods.

Locking's crime rate in November 2023 remained stable at 3.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the rate recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in crime patterns, though the low overall rate continues to position the area as safer than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population size and limited exposure to crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 331 residents, a statistic that underscores the rarity of criminal incidents in Locking relative to its population. When scaled to the local context, this means that the likelihood of encountering crime is exceptionally low compared to larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that Locking's crime profile is distinct from the UK average, with violent crimes occurring at half the national rate and property crimes at a similarly reduced level. These figures, when contextualised within the area's built-up but rural character, suggest that local factors such as community cohesion and low population density may contribute to the area's relatively secure environment.