Somerset Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Somerset's crime profile in July 2025, accounting for 43.1% of all reported incidents. This category, at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, exceeds the UK average by 5%, a pattern consistent with the area's mix of urban centres and tourist attractions. The overall crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 residents is 15.1% below the UK average, highlighting Somerset's relatively safer profile. Seasonal factors likely contribute to this profile: with schools out and tourism peaking in July, public spaces such as festivals and coastal areas may attract both visitors and associated risks. Anti-social behaviour. to 764 incidents, remains 16% below the UK average, possibly reflecting effective local policing or community engagement initiatives. Public order offences also increased by 25% compared to the UK average, linked to the volume of events and gatherings typical of the summer season. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting remain well below national averages, with shoplifting at 38% below the UK rate. This may be attributed to Somerset's lower retail density compared to major cities, though the area's rural-urban balance complicates direct comparisons. The crime picture thus reflects a combination of local characteristics—tourism, geography, and community dynamics—rather than a uniform trend.

July 2025 saw a sharp 86% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 43 to 80 incidents—a spike that may reflect heightened summer activity in parking areas or festivals. This figure remains 74% below the UK average, suggesting local factors such as targeted policing or infrastructure may play a role. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 10.4%, reaching 764 incidents, which is 16% below the UK average. This increase could be tied to the summer tourist season, with crowded public spaces and events exacerbating such behaviour. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 50%, from 10 to 5 incidents, marking a significant decline. This reduction may be linked to increased police presence during July's festivals or improved public awareness. Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 43.1% of all crimes—remain 5% above the UK average, consistent with Somerset's urban and tourist hubs attracting both visitors and associated risks.

Somerset's crime rate in July 2025 remained stable compared to June, with a 1.1% decrease from 7.4 to 7.3 per 1,000 residents. This minor fluctuation suggests no significant shift in overall criminal activity, though the daily crime context reveals 139 incidents reported each day—equivalent to one crime occurring for every 136 residents over the month. When scaled to Somerset's population of 588,328, this translates to a manageable level of exposure relative to the UK average. The monthly exposure figure, while informative, must be interpreted cautiously as it aggregates all crimes into a single metric. Residents may find it more useful to consider specific categories, such as the 43.1% share of violence and sexual offences, which aligns with Somerset's mix of urban centres and tourist attractions. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with localized variations in specific crime types, which warrant closer examination in the highlights section.