Somerset Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Somerset's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 7.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 5.2% below the UK average of 7.7. This performance highlights the area's relative safety compared to the national picture, though specific crime patterns reveal nuanced trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for nearly 40% of all incidents, a figure that is 11% above the UK average. This category's prominence may be linked to Somerset's mix of urban and rural areas, where densely populated towns and tourist hubs could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, rose sharply by 23.5% compared to March, a trend likely tied to the Easter holiday period and increased social activity. Meanwhile, public order offences surged 48% above the UK average, reflecting heightened police presence or changes in local enforcement strategies. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and spring weather—likely influenced these patterns, with warmer temperatures and holidays driving outdoor activity and associated risks. Property crimes, while lower than violent offences, remained a concern, with shoplifting and other thefts accounting for 16.4% of total incidents. These figures suggest that while Somerset's overall crime rate is below the national average, targeted interventions may be needed in specific areas to address rising anti-social behaviour and public order issues.

April 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with anti-social behaviour rising by 23.5% compared to March. This increase aligns with the Easter holiday period, which often brings heightened foot traffic and social gatherings in public spaces. Other theft also surged by 48.1%, a stark contrast to the 63% decline in drug-related crimes, which fell sharply by 63% compared to the UK average. The sharp drop in bicycle theft (-45.5%) may reflect seasonal changes, as fewer residents cycle during colder months. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 39.6% of all reported incidents, though they were 11% above the UK average for this category. This imbalance suggests a combination of local demographics and crime hotspots, with violence and sexual offences concentrated in certain areas. The decrease in possession of weapons (-58.1%) indicates a possible reduction in targeted policing efforts or shifts in criminal activity away from armed offences.

Somerset's crime rate in April 2025 rose slightly by 2.1% compared to the previous month, moving from 7.2 to 7.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, Somerset experienced approximately 144 crimes each day in April, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in the area. When considering the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 136 residents over the course of the month—a rate that remains lower than the UK average. This statistic provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, placing Somerset in a relatively safer position nationally. The local population of 588,328 means that even small fluctuations in crime rates can have measurable impacts on community perception. The comparison to the UK average underscores Somerset's consistent performance in maintaining lower-than-national crime levels, particularly in categories such as burglary and vehicle crime, which are significantly below the UK average.