Yatton Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Yatton’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 33.8% below the UK average of 6.8. This marked a 4.9% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.3, though the overall figure remains well beneath national levels. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 30 of the 44 total incidents (68.2% of all reported crimes). This category’s rate of 3.1 per 1,000 was 24% above the UK average for the same category, highlighting a local concentration of violent incidents. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with reduced retail footfall and shorter days—likely contributes to the lower volume of outdoor crimes typically associated with busier months. However, the high proportion of violent offences may reflect Yatton’s character as a built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, where interpersonal conflicts could occur more frequently. Property crimes, while lower in number (10 incidents), represented a smaller share of total crimes (22.7%) compared to the UK average, suggesting a broader focus on personal safety rather than asset-based crime in this area. The relatively low rates of shoplifting, theft from the person, and public order offences further indicate that Yatton’s crime profile diverges from typical urban patterns, due to its smaller scale and community-oriented structure.

The most dramatic shift in January 2026 was a 400% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, raises questions about potential local factors such as increased vandalism during colder weather or targeted acts against property. Concurrently, public order offences plummeted by 87.5%, dropping from 8 to 1, a stark contrast to the 4% UK-wide increase in this category. This decline may reflect seasonal trends, as January’s shorter days and post-holiday lull in social activity could reduce incidents typically tied to nightlife or crowded public spaces. Violence and sexual offences remained the most pressing concern, with their 3.1 per 1,000 rate 24% above the UK average for the category. Anti-social behaviour also saw a 100% increase, doubling from 1 to 2 incidents, which may indicate localized tensions or challenges in community management. Theft from the person rose by 100% (from 0 to 1), suggesting a potential shift in criminal focus during the month. These fluctuations underscore the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing the surge in property damage while maintaining vigilance against violent crime.

Yatton’s crime rate in January 2026 increased slightly from 4.3 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a 4.9% rise, though it remains significantly below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 223 residents, a figure that contextualizes the low frequency of incidents relative to the population. On a daily basis, Yatton experienced roughly one crime per day, a manageable rate for a built-up area of its size. When compared to the previous month, the increase in overall crime is modest, but the shift in crime types—particularly the rise in criminal damage and arson—suggests evolving patterns. The UK-wide comparison further emphasizes Yatton’s relative safety, with its overall rate 33.8% lower than the national average. However, the higher-than-average rate of violent offences indicates that local challenges exist in this category. For residents, the 1-in-223 monthly exposure to crime provides a tangible measure of risk, though it is far lower than many comparable urban areas. The data also reveals that Yatton’s crime mix is distinct, with property crimes underrepresented and violent incidents overrepresented compared to the UK, a reflection of its specific social and geographical context.