Crime in Long Ashton, North Somerset: statistics, rates and trends
407 crimes were recorded in Long Ashton, North Somerset in the 12 months to July 2026, 48.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 4% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Long Ashton, North Somerset at a glance
- Crime trends in Long Ashton, North Somerset
- Types of crime in Long Ashton, North Somerset
- Long Ashton, North Somerset compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Long Ashton, North Somerset
- What happened after crimes were reported in Long Ashton, North Somerset
- Population and deprivation in Long Ashton, North Somerset
- Questions about crime in Long Ashton, North Somerset
- About this data
407 crimes were recorded in Long Ashton, North Somerset in the 12 months to July 2026, 48.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 4% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 129 reports (32% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Long Ashton, North Somerset has the 3,083rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Long Ashton, North Somerset | North Somerset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 407 | 19,522 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 48.5 | 86.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -4% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 8,396 | 224,578 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Long Ashton, North Somerset was highest in the year to July 2025 (424 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (338). Over the whole period it rose 19%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 407 | 48.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 424 | 50.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 367 | 43.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 338 | 40.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 393 | 46.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 417 | 49.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 394 | 46.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 393 | 46.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 343 | 40.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 32 |
| June 2026 | 23 |
| May 2026 | 50 |
| April 2026 | 31 |
| March 2026 | 23 |
| February 2026 | 41 |
| January 2026 | 29 |
| December 2025 | 26 |
| November 2025 | 47 |
| October 2025 | 46 |
| September 2025 | 32 |
| August 2025 | 27 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Long Ashton, North Somerset over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for burglary.
The largest increases were in burglary (+67%) and vehicle crime (+52%). The largest falls were in public order (-38%) and violence and sexual offences (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 129 | 15.4 | 0.45 | -18% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 63 | 7.5 | 0.49 | +9% |
| Burglary | 50 | 6.0 | 1.68 | +67% |
| Other theft | 35 | 4.2 | 0.65 | -17% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 34 | 4.0 | 0.60 | +6% |
| Vehicle crime | 32 | 3.8 | 0.77 | +52% |
| Public order | 25 | 3.0 | 0.45 | -38% |
| Shoplifting | 19 | 2.3 | 0.27 | +27% |
| Drugs | 6 | 0.7 | 0.22 | -33% |
| Other crime | 6 | 0.7 | 0.34 | -14% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.2 | 0.29 | -33% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.2 | 0.25 | +0% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.2 | 0.18 | -71% |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.2 | 0.14 | +100% |
Violence and sexual offences in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 129 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 31.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 63 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 15.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 12.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 8.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 8.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 52% on the year before. It made up 7.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 71% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Long Ashton, North Somerset
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Long Ashton, North Somerset, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Long Ashton, North Somerset.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Long Ashton, North Somerset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winford | 262 | 53.9 | +11% |
| Pill | 455 | 89.8 | +85% |
| Nailsea Golden Valley | 253 | 51.9 | +7% |
| Backwell | 177 | 35.8 | -26% |
| Nailsea Youngwood | 121 | 39.0 | -19% |
| Gordano Valley | 236 | 45.7 | -6% |
| Nailsea West End | 246 | 49.4 | +2% |
| Portishead South | 154 | 42.6 | -12% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Long Ashton, North Somerset over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Fenswood Road | 29 |
| On or near Parking Area | 26 |
| On or near Bramley Copse | 19 |
| On or near Clarken Coombe | 17 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 15 |
| On or near Parsonage Road | 13 |
| On or near Westward Gardens | 13 |
| On or near North Leaze | 11 |
| On or near The Grove | 10 |
| On or near Cuckoo Lane | 9 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Long Ashton, North Somerset over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 153 | 37.6% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 116 | 28.5% |
| Not recorded | 63 | 15.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 27 | 6.6% |
| Under investigation | 19 | 4.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 9 | 2.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 8 | 2.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 1.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 4 | 1.0% |
| Local resolution | 1 | 0.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
Long Ashton, North Somerset has an estimated population of 8,396. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Long Ashton, North Somerset sits in decile 9.3, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Long Ashton, North Somerset |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 56.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 82.6% |
| Social rented homes | 7.4% |
| Private rented homes | 9.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 9.3 |
Is Long Ashton, North Somerset a safe place to live?
Long Ashton, North Somerset recorded 48.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Long Ashton, North Somerset?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 129 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (63).
Is crime in Long Ashton, North Somerset going up or down?
Recorded crime in Long Ashton, North Somerset was down 4% on the year before: 407 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 424 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Long Ashton, North Somerset?
Long Ashton, North Somerset is policed by Avon and Somerset. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Long Ashton, North Somerset. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.