Somerset Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 marked a rise in overall crime in Somerset, with a rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents—5.5% above the UK average. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 44.5% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.9%) and public order offences (10.3%). These figures suggest a significant concentration of violent and disorderly crime in the area, which may be influenced by the season’s unique characteristics. November, with its shorter days and the timing of events like Bonfire Night and Black Friday, creates conditions that could exacerbate certain types of crime. For instance, the increased foot traffic associated with shopping events may contribute to a higher incidence of theft and public disorder. However, the data does not provide definitive causal links, and other factors such as local demographics and socioeconomic conditions may also play a role. The spike in public order offences, which are 70% above the UK average, underscores the need for community engagement and policing strategies that address the root causes of such behaviour. Meanwhile, the relatively lower rates of burglary and vehicle crime—33% and 50% below the UK average, respectively—may reflect the effectiveness of existing security measures in residential and commercial areas. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high concentrations of retail activity and nightlife, as these locations appear to be more vulnerable to certain types of crime. The data also indicates that while some crime types are declining, such as bicycle theft, others, like theft from the person, are on the rise, suggesting a combination of factors that require careful monitoring and targeted interventions.

November 2025 saw a sharp increase in theft from the person, rising by 80% compared to the previous month, with incidents jumping from five to nine. This surge may be linked to darker evenings and the Black Friday shopping period, which can create opportunities for opportunistic theft. Meanwhile, drug-related offences also rose by 17.1%, from 41 to 48, indicating a potential shift in criminal activity patterns during the month. In contrast, bicycle theft dropped by 53.8%, from 26 to 12, possibly due to seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity or increased security measures. The breakdown of crime types reveals that violence and sexual offences account for 44.5% of all incidents, significantly above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This highlights a pressing concern for residents, particularly in areas where violent crime is concentrated. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, especially during late-night hours and in high-traffic retail zones, as these times and locations appear to be more vulnerable to certain types of crime.

Somerset's crime rate in November 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, decreasing by 1.4% from 7.8 to 7.7 per 1,000 residents. This slight decline suggests a relatively consistent pattern of criminal activity. above the UK average. Daily crime figures show an average of 150 reported crimes per day in Somerset, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a short timeframe. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 131 residents, a metric that underscores the monthly exposure to crime for the local population. While this rate is comparable to other areas of similar size, the distribution of crime types reveals distinct trends that warrant attention. The population context further illustrates that, despite the overall stability, specific categories of crime have seen notable shifts, which may reflect local factors such as seasonal events or community dynamics.