Yatton Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 9,831 residents, Yatton recorded 55 crimes in August 2024, translating to a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 people. This figure places the area 31.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, a significant divergence that may be attributed to the built-up area's compact size and lower population density compared to major urban centres. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.7% of all reported incidents, a share that is 33% below the UK average for this category. This suggests a generally stable social environment, though the relatively high proportion of violent crimes compared to property crimes (violence: 18, property: 21) indicates a balance between interpersonal conflict and economic crimes. Seasonal factors appear to play a role in this pattern: August, as a peak holiday month, may have influenced both the rise in criminal damage and arson (up 300% month-on-month) and the drop in vehicle crime (down 75%), as temporary residents and seasonal workers alter local dynamics. The presence of anti-social behaviour (10.9% of total crimes) and other theft (14.6%) further illustrates the area's mix of routine and situational crime, with the latter category 40% above the UK average, reflecting local retail or commercial activity.

August 2024 saw a stark shift in crime patterns, with criminal damage and arson rising by 300% compared to July, a jump from one to four incidents. This increase aligns with the seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month where empty homes may leave properties vulnerable to vandals. Simultaneously, possession of weapons doubled, moving from one to two cases, a rise that may reflect heightened tensions during the summer season. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 75% (from four to one), due to reduced parking congestion and fewer commuters during the holiday period. Public order offences also dropped by 63.6%, from 11 to four, suggesting a quieter social environment in August. Violent crimes accounted for 32.7% of all reported incidents, a proportion 33% below the UK average for this category, indicating Yatton's relatively low levels of interpersonal violence despite being a built-up area.

Yatton's August 2024 crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents marks a 28.6% decline from July's 7.8 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained reduction in overall criminal activity. This downward trend aligns with the area's seasonal rhythm, as August typically sees lower crime rates due to the summer break and reduced foot traffic in non-tourist areas. On a daily basis, the 55 recorded crimes equate to roughly 2 incidents per day, a figure that may appear low but underscores the area's generally stable security environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 179 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a relatively safe living environment when compared to larger urban centres. The population context further reinforces this: with 9,831 residents, the 55 crimes represent 0.56% of the population, a proportion significantly lower than the UK average. This consistency with previous months highlights Yatton's ability to maintain low crime levels despite the seasonal influx of visitors and the associated risks of property crimes during the holiday period.