Yatton Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Yatton's overall crime rate in May 2025 remained lower than the UK average, with a rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents—25.9% below the national figure of 8.1. This continued trend of relative safety aligns with the area’s character as a largely residential built-up area within North Somerset, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 44.1% of all reported incidents, followed by public order offences (15.3%) and anti-social behaviour (10.2%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal conflicts and disorder, which may be influenced by seasonal factors. May, with its extended evenings and bank holidays, often sees increased socialising in public spaces—a pattern consistent with the 26 reported violence and sexual offences. While violent crime remains the most prevalent category, the overall crime rate reflects a broader balance: property crimes (17) and non-violent offences combined account for 56% of the total, indicating a diversified crime profile. The area’s lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour (58% below UK) and shoplifting (10% below UK) further support the notion of a community with relatively strong informal social controls. However, the seasonal context of May—characterised by longer daylight hours and outdoor drinking—likely contributes to the elevated public order figures, which are 55% above the UK average. This contrast highlights the combination of local demographics and transient environmental factors in shaping crime patterns.

May 2025 saw significant reductions in anti-social behaviour, which fell by 66.7% compared to the previous month, dropping from 18 to 6 incidents. This sharp decline may reflect the impact of targeted community interventions or a natural seasonal dip in alcohol-fuelled disorder as May transitions into summer. Conversely, burglary rates surged by 200%, rising from one to three incidents—a stark increase that could signal heightened vulnerability in certain areas. Criminal damage and arson also rose sharply, doubling from zero to three incidents, suggesting a possible shift in criminal focus during this time of year. Yatton’s public order offences—accounting for 15.3% of total crimes—remain 55% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may be attributable to the area’s mix of residential and retail spaces, which can attract transient populations. Meanwhile, the area’s anti-social behaviour rate is 58% below the UK average, a figure that underscores the effectiveness of local policing or community engagement efforts in mitigating low-level conflict. For residents, the 26 reported violence and sexual offences represent a 44.1% share of all crimes, a figure that, while concerning, remains lower than the UK average for this category (2.8 per 1,000). This suggests that while interpersonal violence is a persistent issue, it is not prevalent in Yatton compared to the rest of the country.

Yatton’s crime rate in May 2025 (6.0 per 1,000) marked a 10.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.7, reflecting a continued downward trend. This reduction, while modest, aligns with the area’s historical position as a relatively low-crime built-up area. On a daily basis, Yatton recorded approximately two crimes per day in May, a figure that, when scaled to the population of 9,831 residents, translates to one reported crime for every 167 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Yatton’s crime profile is characterised by sporadic rather than widespread incidents, with the majority of offences concentrated in specific categories. For example, the 26 violence and sexual offences reported in May equate to 2.6 per 1,000 residents—just 2% below the UK average for this category. This suggests that while the overall rate is lower, certain types of crime remain in line with national trends. The contrast between Yatton’s low burglary rate (0.3 per 1,000, 7% above UK) and its elevated public order offences (0.9 per 1,000, 55% above UK) further illustrates the area’s unique crime profile. These figures, when contextualised within Yatton’s built-up residential character, highlight the importance of targeted policing in addressing specific vulnerabilities while maintaining the area’s overall safety.