Crime in Wrington, North Somerset: statistics, rates and trends
416 crimes were recorded in Wrington, North Somerset in the 12 months to August 2026, 126.1 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and up 16% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Wrington, North Somerset at a glance
- Crime trends in Wrington, North Somerset
- Types of crime in Wrington, North Somerset
- Wrington, North Somerset compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Wrington, North Somerset
- What happened after crimes were reported in Wrington, North Somerset
- Demographics of Wrington, North Somerset
- Questions about crime in Wrington, North Somerset
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (122), other theft (95) and public order (44) made up 63% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 748th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the highest quarter.
| Measure | Wrington, North Somerset | North Somerset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 416 | 19,384 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 126.1 | 86.3 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +16% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 3,298 | 224,578 | 58,127,638 |
The year to August 2026 had the most recorded crime in Wrington, North Somerset of any year here (416 crimes). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it rose 62%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 416 | 126.1 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 359 | 108.9 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 360 | 109.2 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 365 | 110.7 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 333 | 101.0 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 156 | 47.3 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 279 | 84.6 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 293 | 88.8 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 256 | 77.6 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 25 |
| July 2026 | 39 |
| June 2026 | 40 |
| May 2026 | 30 |
| April 2026 | 32 |
| March 2026 | 34 |
| February 2026 | 33 |
| January 2026 | 28 |
| December 2025 | 34 |
| November 2025 | 41 |
| October 2025 | 31 |
| September 2025 | 49 |
Compared with England and Wales, Wrington, North Somerset recorded notably more other theft (4.5 times the national rate), vehicle crime (2.4 times the national rate) and public order (2.0 times the national rate), and notably less anti-social behaviour (53% below). On the year before, vehicle crime rose from 20 to 40 and other theft rose from 76 to 95, while criminal damage and arson fell from 30 to 23.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 122 | 37.0 | 34.2 | +15% |
| Other theft | 95 | 28.8 | 6.4 | +25% |
| Public order | 44 | 13.3 | 6.7 | +10% |
| Vehicle crime | 40 | 12.1 | 5.0 | +100% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 24 | 7.3 | 15.4 | +14% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 23 | 7.0 | 6.7 | -23% |
| Other crime | 16 | 4.9 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 16 | 4.9 | 8.5 | n/a |
| Burglary | 15 | 4.5 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 2.1 | 1.0 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 6 | 1.8 | 1.7 | n/a |
| Drugs | 4 | 1.2 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Robbery | 4 | 1.2 | 1.4 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
Wrington, North Somerset has a higher crime rate than all 8 of its nearest neighbourhoods.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Wrington, North Somerset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blagdon & Churchill | 266 | 56.7 | -55% |
| Congresbury & Puxton | 233 | 60.6 | -52% |
| Backwell | 186 | 37.7 | -70% |
| Yatton | 524 | 49.9 | -60% |
| Winford | 263 | 54.1 | -57% |
| Nailsea Youngwood | 118 | 38.1 | -70% |
| Nailsea Golden Valley | 256 | 52.5 | -58% |
| Nailsea West End | 256 | 51.4 | -59% |
The 10 locations below account for 78% of the crime recorded in Wrington, North Somerset over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Parking Area” (132).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 132 |
| On or near Downside Road | 99 |
| On or near Bristol International Airport | 23 |
| On or near School Lane | 19 |
| On or near Airport/Airfield | 16 |
| On or near Havyat Road | 8 |
| On or near Broad Street | 7 |
| On or near Cox'S Green | 7 |
| On or near Nates Lane | 7 |
| On or near Red Hill | 7 |
Of the 392 crimes in Wrington, North Somerset with a recorded outcome, 37% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 4.1% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 24 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 144 | 36.7% | 35.3% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 130 | 33.2% | 34.5% |
| Under investigation | 34 | 8.7% | 11.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 31 | 7.9% | 4.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 16 | 4.1% | 5.2% |
| Local resolution | 14 | 3.6% | 3.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 1.8% | 1.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 5 | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% | 0.3% |
Wrington, North Somerset has an estimated population of 3,298 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has less social housing (4.7%, against 17.1%), fewer households without a car (7.1%, against 23.3%) and more retired residents (31%, against 22%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Wrington, North Somerset average decile 7.5 (1 = most deprived), less deprived than average.
| Measure | Wrington, North Somerset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.1% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.8% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 57.5% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.3% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 30.8% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 5.5% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 44.8% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 11.9% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 7.1% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 79.4% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 4.7% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 15.8% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.5 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Wrington, North Somerset a safe place to live?
Wrington, North Somerset recorded 126.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 748th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest). The categories most above the national rate were other theft and vehicle crime.
What is the most common crime in Wrington, North Somerset?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 122 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by other theft (95).
Is crime in Wrington, North Somerset going up or down?
Recorded crime in Wrington, North Somerset was up 16% on the year before: 416 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 359 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Wrington, North Somerset?
About 3,298 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 26% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Wrington, North Somerset?
Wrington, North Somerset is policed by Avon and Somerset.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.