Yate Crime Rate

Introduction to Yate Crime Statistics

Yate reports an overall crime rate of 90.5 incidents per 1,000 residents per year. This figure places the area marginally below the UK average crime rate of 93.1 per 1,000. Yate maintains a Safety Score of 78 out of 100, aligning closely with the national average safety benchmark. The recent trend indicates a stable environment, with a modest year-on-year increase of 2.4%. This data suggests Yate is a typical suburban community with moderate crime levels that have seen slight upward pressure over the last 12 months.

Yate Crime Type Analysis

Violence and sexual offences are the most dominant crime type in Yate, accounting for 41.5% of all reported incidents, equating to 37.5 crimes per 1,000 residents. Following this, Anti-social behaviour is the second most common offence (16.9%, 15.3 per 1,000), and Public order offences rank third (10.3%, 9.3 per 1,000).

The overall property crime rate in Yate stands at 24.4 per 1,000 people, which is well below the national average of 32.9 per 1,000. Property crime includes Shoplifting (194 crimes), Criminal damage and arson (179 crimes), and Other theft (128 crimes). These statistics suggest that while Yate is relatively safe regarding property offences, retail theft (Shoplifting) and damage to property are the most frequent property-related issues for the community. Burglary (89 crimes) and vehicle crime (47 crimes) are less common but still require vigilance from homeowners and vehicle owners.

Yate Crime Trends

Yate has experienced a stable trend over the past year, with the overall crime rate increasing by 2.4% year-on-year. The monthly data demonstrates significant fluctuation, with rates generally rising into the mid-year months. Peaks were observed in March (8.3/1,000), June (8.5/1,000), July (9.9/1,000), and August (8.9/1,000), suggesting a strong seasonal uplift in crime during the spring and summer. The lowest rate occurred in February (6.0/1,000). While the annual change is modest, the high monthly peaks indicate periods of elevated risk for residents, particularly during the middle of the year.

How To Keep Safe in Yate

The most common offence in Yate is Violence and sexual offences, which accounts for over 41% of all reported crimes. Residents should prioritise personal safety and awareness, especially in public spaces.

1. Maintain Situational Awareness: Be mindful of your surroundings, particularly when near public transport hubs or commercial centres where public order and violence offences are often concentrated.
2. Travel Safely at Night: If travelling late, plan your route in advance, stick to main roads, and consider using licensed taxis or trusted ride-sharing services.
3. Secure Retail Items: Given the prevalence of shoplifting, if you operate a business, ensure high-value stock is secured and surveillance is visible to deter opportunistic theft.
4. Minimise Anti-social Behaviour: Report persistent anti-social behaviour in residential areas, as early intervention can prevent escalation to more serious public order offences.

Crime Time Patterns

Crime activity in Yate is generally concentrated during the daytime and evening hours. The afternoon period (12pm-6pm) sees the highest concentration of property crime, with theft accounting for 44% of incidents, often linked to commercial activity. The morning period (6am-12pm) follows a similar pattern, with theft making up 43% of crimes. As the day progresses into the evening (6pm-12am), there is a significant shift, with 'Other' crimes, which includes violence and anti-social behaviour, dominating 56% of incidents. The night period (12am-6am) is primarily characterised by residential Burglary (25%) and 'Other' offences, indicating that property and public safety risks vary significantly depending on the time of day.

Crime Rate Comparison with Nearby Areas

Yate, with a crime rate of 90.5 per 1,000, sits at the higher end of crime activity compared to its immediate neighbours. It is significantly higher than the rural areas of Engine Common, Iron Acton, and Rangeworthy (all 0.0 per 1,000). Yate also reports a considerably higher crime rate than the nearby settlement of Chipping Sodbury, which has a rate of 62.8 per 1,000. This disparity suggests that Yate, being the larger urban hub, experiences greater crime volumes, likely due to increased commercial activity and population density relative to the surrounding smaller communities.

Proactive Protection for Yate Homes

Despite Yate’s property crime rate of 24.4 per 1,000 being below the national average, property security remains a key consideration for homeowners. Standard security measures, such as basic alarm systems or CCTV cameras, often only provide reactive evidence of a crime after entry has been gained.

For superior protection, residents should consider proactive solutions like the scOS AI-powered security system. scOS is designed to prevent crime entirely by detecting threats at the property line. By utilising multi-camera intelligence and pattern learning, scOS identifies genuine threats instantly. When suspicious activity occurs, the system triggers an autonomous response, such as activating lights and engaging speakers, which destroys the element of surprise and deters the intruder within the critical first 60 seconds. This professional-grade deterrence shifts the focus from merely recording a burglary to actively stopping it.