Bognor Regis Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bognor Regis maintained a crime rate of 8.4 per 1,000 in July 2025, marking a 2.3% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This performance reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics typical of a coastal resort town during peak summer. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.1% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 22.2% and shoplifting at 10.2%. The seasonal context of July—characterised by extended school holidays, tourist influxes, and outdoor festivals—likely influenced the crime profile. While violent crime rates were 14% below the UK average, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting remained elevated in the area, consistent with patterns observed in similar tourist destinations. The lower-than-average burglary rate (3.7% of all crimes) may partly explain the overall reduction, as property crime accounted for 35.4% of the total, compared to 48.3% for violent crime. The interplay between seasonal tourism and local policing strategies may have contributed to this balance, though further analysis would be required to confirm direct causal links. The town’s proximity to the South Downs and its role as a major coastal resort likely shape crime patterns, with summer months typically seeing increased foot traffic in retail and leisure areas.

July 2025 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with bicycle theft surging by 140% (from 5 to 12 incidents) and theft from the person doubling (from 0 to 1). These increases may reflect the heightened presence of cyclists during summer festivals and the concentrated nature of tourist hotspots. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 42.1% (19 to 11), possibly linked to seasonal changes in illicit activity patterns or enhanced enforcement during peak tourism periods. Possession of weapons also declined by 33.3% (9 to 6), suggesting a potential reduction in armed incidents. The area’s violent crime rate (2.6 per 1,000) was 14% below the UK average, a marked contrast to the 23% increase in anti-social behaviour (1.9 per 1,000) and 38% rise in shoplifting (0.9 per 1,000) compared to national figures. Vehicle crime in Bognor Regis was 49% below the UK average (0.2 per 1,000), which may be attributed to the town’s lower density of car parks and higher use of public transport during summer. Residents may find the 3.1% monthly increase in overall crime rate (from 8.2 to 8.4 per 1,000) noteworthy, as it indicates a slight upward trend despite the overall UK-level reduction.

The crime rate in Bognor Regis rose by 3.1% in July 2025 compared to the previous month’s rate of 8.2 per 1,000.3% below the UK average. Daily crime statistics show 19 crimes reported per day in July, a figure that translates to one reported crime occurring for every 119 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents, highlighting that while the absolute number of crimes increased slightly, the rate per capita remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Bognor Regis’ 71,159 residents experienced a crime rate that, while modest, reflects the pressures of a summer tourism peak. The town’s built-up area status within Arun likely contributes to the higher rates of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting compared to more rural regions, while its coastal location may explain the lower vehicle crime rates. These figures, when compared to the previous month, suggest a dynamic interplay between seasonal factors and local policing efforts, with the slight upward trend in crime rates requiring careful monitoring to ensure sustained improvements in public safety.