Bognor Regis Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bognor Regis' crime profile in May 2025 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crime, with violent offences accounting for 34.2% of all recorded crimes compared to 17.9% for anti-social behaviour—the largest single category. This 6% disparity between violent and property crime rates may reflect seasonal patterns typical of a coastal resort town during late spring, when extended daylight hours and bank holidays often increase public socialising. The overall crime rate of 8.0 per 1,000 residents places the area 1.2% below the UK average, a narrow margin that suggests local policing strategies are broadly aligned with national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences remain the most significant category, with 195 incidents reported—2.7 per 1,000 residents, 5% below the UK average. This could indicate effective targeted interventions in high-risk areas such as the town centre, where increased foot traffic during warmer weather might naturally correlate with higher levels of interpersonal conflict. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, remains a persistent issue, likely linked to the area's mix of residential and commercial zones. The seasonal context of May—characterised by longer evenings and bank holidays—may contribute to the elevated levels of public order offences, though this remains a hypothesis requiring further analysis of local events and community patterns.

Violent crime outpaced property crime by 6% in May 2025, with 195 incidents compared to 185 property-related offences. This shift may reflect seasonal dynamics, as May's extended evenings and bank holidays create conditions conducive to social interactions that sometimes escalate into conflict. Bicycle theft surged 150% month-on-month, rising from 2 to 5 incidents—a figure that could indicate increased cycling activity during warmer weather or targeted theft in specific zones such as the town's cycling routes. Conversely, shoplifting fell sharply by 46.7% (75 to 40 incidents), suggesting potential success from retail security measures or seasonal shifts in consumer behaviour. Public order offences rose 30.8% (39 to 51), a trend consistent with the UK average but higher than expected given Bognor Regis' generally low crime profile. This increase may be linked to the area's coastal character, where late-night socialising and increased tourism during spring could contribute to higher levels of disorder. Drug-related incidents also rose 85.7% (7 to 13), a figure that warrants attention but remains below the UK average. Residents concerned about personal safety may note that theft from the person fell 40% (5 to 3), a decrease that could reflect improved lighting in key areas or community initiatives targeting petty crime.

Bognor Regis' crime rate in May 2025 rose 7.9% compared to the previous month, moving from 7.4 to 8.0 per 1,000 residents—a modest increase that suggests no sudden spikes in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 18 crimes per day in May, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 125 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents, indicating that while crime is present, it remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective shows that Bognor Regis' crime rate is comparable to many similar-sized towns. deficit against the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local policing efforts. The previous month's rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents was lower, a difference that may be attributed to May's seasonal dynamics—such as increased foot traffic during bank holidays and warmer weather—rather than any fundamental change in crime patterns. This comparison reinforces the importance of contextualising crime statistics within local rhythms, as temporary fluctuations are common in areas with strong seasonal tourism or event calendars.