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

Weston-super-Mare’s crime rate in November 2024 reached 9.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 30.3% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This elevation underscores a persistent challenge for local authorities, with violent and sexual offences dominating the crime profile, accounting for 45.7% of all reported incidents. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter daylight hours, Bonfire Night, and the commercial intensity of Black Friday—likely contributed to the surge in public order offences and violence. The town’s coastal location and tourist appeal may also play a role, as increased foot traffic during festive events could heighten opportunities for crime. However, the breakdown reveals a mixed picture: while violent crimes and public disorder remain elevated, anti-social behaviour fell 28% below the UK average, suggesting some areas of local success in managing disruptive conduct. The dominance of violence and sexual offences may be partly explained by the area’s demographic profile, including a transient population and the influence of seasonal events that draw crowds to high-traffic zones. This pattern is consistent with other coastal towns where similar factors—such as transient populations and concentrated commercial activity—tend to amplify specific types of crime. The data also highlights the need for targeted interventions during periods of heightened activity, such as Bonfire Night, where increased alcohol consumption and crowd density may exacerbate violent incidents. These findings illustrate the importance of aligning local policing strategies with seasonal rhythms to mitigate risks effectively.

Violence and sexual offences surged to 395 incidents in November, 74% above the UK average, marking the most significant deviation in the crime breakdown. This spike aligns with the darker evenings of November, which may have increased opportunities for unobserved activity in public spaces. Concurrently, possession of weapons rose by 88.9% compared to October, with 17 incidents reported—a stark increase from nine the previous month. This rise could be linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night, where tensions may escalate in crowded areas. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 41.0%, dropping from 117 to 69 incidents, due to the shift in consumer focus during Black Friday. Anti-social behaviour, however, remained below the UK average, with 73 incidents reported, reflecting a 28% deficit compared to the national benchmark. These mixed trends highlight the combination of seasonal pressures and local enforcement efforts.

Weston-super-Mare’s crime rate in November 2024 fell by 14.2% compared to October, declining from 11.6 to 9.9 per 1,000 residents. This reduction, though significant, still leaves the area 30.3% above the UK average. On a daily basis, the town recorded an average of 29 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 101 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the scale of incidents. While the overall rate has dropped from the previous month, the concentration of violent and public order offences remains a concern. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the decline, residents are still facing a higher-than-average exposure to crime compared to other parts of the UK. This suggests that while efforts to reduce crime may be showing some results, the underlying factors contributing to the area’s elevated crime profile remain active.