Yatton Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

October 2025 marked a continuation of Yatton’s historically low crime profile, with a recorded rate of 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents — 45.5% below the UK average of 7.7. This built-up area within North Somerset, home to approximately 9,831 people, has consistently maintained a crime rate well below national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime types in October were violence and sexual offences (29.3% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.1%) and other theft (17.1%). These figures align with patterns observed in similar small urban centres where community cohesion and lower population density contribute to reduced criminal activity. Seasonal factors in October, including darker evenings and the approach of Halloween, may have influenced the types of incidents reported, though no direct correlation was evident in the data. The decrease in violent crime compared to previous months could reflect the impact of local initiatives or seasonal changes in public activity. The rate of violence and sexual offences (1.2 per 1,000) was 55% below the UK average, suggesting a combination of effective policing and community engagement strategies. The relatively low levels of property crime — 17 incidents, or 41.5% of the total — contrast with the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate. This divergence may be attributed to Yatton’s compact layout, which limits opportunities for burglary and vehicle-related offences. While the overall crime rate remained stable, the seasonal context of October — with clocks going back and increased indoor activities — may have shifted the balance of crime types. The area’s characteristics as a mixed-use built-up area with a strong sense of community likely contribute to its consistently low crime rates.

October 2025 saw a significant 250% increase in other theft crimes, rising from 2 to 7 incidents — the largest month-on-month jump across all categories. This surge, though still below the UK average (0.5 per 1,000), highlights a potential shift in criminal activity patterns. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 50% compared to the previous month, dropping from 24 to 12 incidents. This decline aligns with the UK average for this category (2.7 per 1,000), though Yatton’s rate remains 55% below the national figure. The decrease in anti-social behaviour (12.5% month-on-month) may reflect the impact of Halloween-related events, which could have drawn police attention to high-traffic areas. Other theft was 35% above the UK average, suggesting a local factor such as increased retail activity or targeted opportunistic crime. The category of other crime (0.2 per 1,000) was 18% above the UK average, indicating a need for further analysis of these incidents. Residents may find the 250% increase in other theft particularly concerning, as it represents a rare upward trend in an otherwise stable crime environment. This could signal emerging patterns that local authorities should monitor closely.

Yatton’s crime rate in October 2025 (4.2 per 1,000) represented a 6.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.5, continuing a trend of gradual decline. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that places Yatton among the safest built-up areas in the UK. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 240 residents — a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, which typically sees one crime for every 130 residents. When scaled to Yatton’s population of 9,831, this means that the likelihood of an individual being directly affected by crime is substantially reduced compared to national trends. The previous month’s rate of 4.5 per 1,000, while still low, shows that October’s figures reflect a further improvement in public safety. This decline may be attributed to the area’s compact size, which facilitates more effective policing and community oversight. The daily crime context provides a tangible measure for residents: for every 240 people, one crime was reported in October, a figure that is likely to be even lower in subsequent months if current trends continue. When compared to other built-up areas, Yatton’s crime profile underscores the effectiveness of local governance and the absence of large-scale commercial or industrial activity that could drive higher crime rates.