Weston-super-Mare Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Weston-super-Mare during December 2024, 8.7 crimes were recorded — a rate 22.5% higher than the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This coastal town’s crime profile reflects a stark contrast to national trends, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 43.7% of all reported crimes. Public order offences followed at 13.9%, a figure 167% above the UK average for this category. The seasonal context of December — with its long nights, holiday shopping bustle, and transient populations — likely contributes to these patterns. While anti-social behaviour rates aligned closely with UK norms (4% below), shoplifting incidents surged 40% above the national average, possibly tied to retail activity during the festive season. The data underscores that residents face a higher risk of encountering violent crimes compared to the UK average, with 3.8 incidents of violence and sexual offences per 1,000 people. This suggests that local factors, such as the town’s mix of tourism, nightlife, and seasonal footfall, play a significant role in shaping crime dynamics. The overall rate, though elevated, remains consistent with historical trends for a coastal resort town, where transient populations and seasonal events may amplify certain crime types.

December 2024 saw a 29.6% increase in public order offences, rising from 81 to 105 incidents — a sharp contrast to the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This surge may reflect heightened tensions during the festive season or overcrowding in public spaces. Meanwhile, drug-related crimes doubled, with 10 incidents reported — a 100% increase from November. This spike could signal shifts in local drug markets or increased use during the holiday period. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 78.6%, dropping from 14 to 3 incidents, due to reduced outdoor activity in colder weather. Burglary rates rose by 10.7%, with 31 incidents reported, 29% above the UK average. This could indicate vulnerabilities in property security during the holidays, when homes are often unoccupied. The data also reveals that violence and sexual offences remain high, with 3.8 incidents per 1,000 residents — 48% above the UK average. For a resident, this means that the risk of experiencing such crimes is higher than in other parts of the country, particularly during late-night hours when the town’s nightlife is active.

Weston-super-Mare’s December 2024 crime rate of 8.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 12.3% decline from the previous month’s rate of 9.9, suggesting a potential easing of pressure on local policing efforts. However, this reduction contrasts with the UK average, where the town’s overall rate remains significantly higher. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 24 crimes per day in December — a figure that, while not uncommon for a coastal town with a transient population, highlights the need for ongoing community engagement. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 115 residents reported a crime, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the tangible impact of crime on daily life. This statistic, when contextualised against the town’s population of 87,022, illustrates that even modest crime rates can translate to significant numbers in a densely populated built-up area. The comparison to the UK average is particularly telling: while the town’s anti-social behaviour rates are 4% below national norms, its public order offences are 167% higher, indicating a unique challenge in managing community safety during peak tourist and holiday periods. These figures suggest that local strategies targeting public order and alcohol-related incidents may be crucial to addressing the gap between Weston-super-Mare and broader UK trends.