Bognor Regis Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Bognor Regis during February 2025 reveals a distinct profile shaped by the area’s coastal character and seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.5% of all crimes, the highest single category, followed by shoplifting (14.8%) and anti-social behaviour (8.5%). This balance suggests a combination of factors, including the town’s role as a tourist destination, which may drive both violent incidents and theft-related crimes, and its status as a relatively stable residential area, where anti-social behaviour remains below the UK average. The overall crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents places Bognor Regis 6% below the national average, a position consistent with its geographical and demographic profile. As a coastal town, Bognor Regis experiences seasonal fluctuations in crime, with February — a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity — likely contributing to a pre-spring lull in certain categories. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences, even in a low-crime area, may indicate local challenges related to community safety that warrant further consideration. The UK comparison also highlights regional differences: while shoplifting is significantly higher than the national average, anti-social behaviour is lower, a contrast that may reflect the town’s mix of residential and commercial areas and the effectiveness of local policing strategies. These patterns underscore the importance of understanding crime not just as raw numbers, but as a reflection of the area’s unique social and environmental context.

February 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with vehicle crime surging by 75% (from 16 to 28 incidents) — a stark increase that may reflect seasonal factors such as increased car usage during colder weather or changes in local traffic patterns. Bicycle theft also rose sharply, jumping 66.7% (from 3 to 5), a figure that could be linked to the town’s proximity to coastal paths and cycling routes. Conversely, robbery dropped by two-thirds (from 6 to 2), a decline that may be attributed to reduced foot traffic during winter months. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast between Bognor Regis and the UK average: shoplifting is 45% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 48% below. This divergence suggests a unique local dynamic, influenced by the town’s character as a tourist destination, where retail areas may attract opportunistic theft but community cohesion could suppress anti-social incidents. For residents, the rise in vehicle crime is a concrete data point that may warrant attention, particularly in areas with high car density.

Bognor Regis recorded a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 in February 2025, a 14.1% decline from the previous month’s rate of 7.3 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with the seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull. Locally, 16 crimes were reported per day on average, equating to roughly one crime for every 160 residents over the course of the month. When compared to the UK average, Bognor Regis remains 6% below the national rate, a consistent position that reflects the area’s character as a coastal town with a relatively stable population and limited industrial or commercial density. The monthly exposure figure of 1-in-160 residents provides a tangible benchmark for residents, illustrating that while crime is present, the risk remains proportionally lower than in many other parts of the UK. This context is particularly relevant for a town like Bognor Regis, where community engagement and local policing efforts may contribute to maintaining a lower-than-average crime rate.