Yatton Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences remain the dominant category in Yatton's crime profile, comprising 31.9% of all reported crimes in February 2026. With an overall crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents, the area is 25.0% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This performance contrasts with national trends, particularly in violent crime, where Yatton's rate of 1.5 per 1,000 is 35% below the UK average. The breakdown shows a mixed picture: while violence and sexual offences have declined significantly, other theft and public order offences have risen sharply. This pattern may reflect seasonal factors, as February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull could reduce opportunities for property crime but not eliminate risks in more confined spaces. The area's character as a built-up area within North Somerset likely contributes to this dynamic, with retail and community hubs influencing both crime types and their distribution. Anti-social behaviour remains lower than the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement strategies. The crime mix also includes a small but persistent presence of shoplifting and vehicle crime, which may be linked to the area's retail presence and commuter patterns. These findings illustrate a combination of local geography, seasonality, and crime patterns that merits continued monitoring.

February 2026 saw dramatic shifts in crime patterns across Yatton. Public order offences surged by 500% compared to January, rising from 1 to 6 incidents—a sharp increase that may relate to increased social gatherings during the pre-spring period. Other theft also spiked by 300%, with incidents jumping from 2 to 8, potentially reflecting heightened retail activity or vulnerabilities in local businesses. Conversely, violence and sexual offences dropped by 50%, from 30 to 15 cases—a significant decline that could be attributed to reduced outdoor activity during winter or targeted policing efforts. The area's performance against UK averages reveals stark contrasts: while violent crime is 35% below the national rate, other theft is 90% above the UK average. This discrepancy highlights the need for tailored approaches to crime prevention, particularly in addressing the sharp rise in theft-related offences. Residents may find the 15% reduction in shoplifting incidents (from 2 to 5 cases) a useful indicator of local retail security measures, though the overall increase in theft categories suggests continued vigilance is required.

Yatton's crime rate in February 2026 (4.8 per 1,000) represents a 6.7% increase from January's 4.5 per 1,000.0% below the UK average. Translating this to daily life, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in February—a figure that, while low, shows a slight upward trend. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for roughly every 209 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that, when contextualised against Yatton's population of 9,831, suggests a relatively safe environment compared to national benchmarks. However, the 6.7% month-on-month rise underscores the need for ongoing analysis, particularly as the increase is concentrated in theft-related categories rather than violent crime. This shift may reflect changing patterns in local activity, such as increased foot traffic in retail areas during the pre-spring period. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that Yatton's crime rate is significantly lower than the UK average, a position that may be reinforced by the area's built-up character and effective community policing strategies. These comparative metrics provide a useful lens for understanding Yatton's place within broader UK crime trends, while highlighting areas where local conditions diverge from national patterns.