Bognor Regis Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

A 50% jump in theft from the person in November 2025 marked an unexpected shift in Bognor Regis' crime profile. This coastal town recorded 505 crimes in the month, yielding a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents—2.7% below the UK average. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.8% of all crimes, with a rate of 2.9 per 1,000, 13% above the UK average. This aligns with seasonal patterns typical of a tourist destination: Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping likely contributed to increased foot traffic in retail areas, potentially creating opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, fell 16% month-on-month to 63 incidents, possibly reflecting the closure of seasonal events or increased police presence during November. The town's low vehicle crime rate (0.2 per 1,000, 50% below the UK average) suggests effective parking management or limited public transport usage. However, the 50% rise in theft from the person—a crime typically associated with crowded spaces—raises questions about whether November's dark evenings and holiday shopping crowds created new vulnerabilities. These trends contrast with the 40% increase in burglary, which may reflect colder weather driving more indoor activity and more domestic disputes. The overall crime rate, while slightly below the UK average, shows a combination of seasonal factors and local demographics.

November 2025 saw a 50% increase in theft from the person, rising from 2 to 3 incidents—a stark contrast to the 100% below UK average rate for this category. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may signal emerging patterns in crowded spaces during Black Friday shopping or Bonfire Night events. Violent crime rates remained high, with 206 incidents (40.8% of total crimes) at 2.9 per 1,000, 13% above the UK average. This aligns with Bognor Regis' character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist areas, where late-night activity in pubs and retail zones could contribute to higher rates. Conversely, drug-related crimes dropped 42.9% to 12 incidents, 26% below the UK average—a decline consistent with the seasonal slowdown in nightlife activity. The 40% increase in burglary cases (15 to 21) may reflect colder weather driving more indoor activity, though the rate (0.3 per 1,000) remains in line with the UK average. Anti-social behaviour fell 16% to 63 incidents, 15% below the UK average, due to reduced seasonal events or improved community policing. Residents concerned about personal safety might note that theft from the person, though rare, has doubled in just one month, suggesting vigilance in crowded areas during peak shopping periods.

Bognor Regis' crime rate remained stable at 7.1 per 1,000 in November 2025, matching the previous month's rate with a 0.3% change. This consistency suggests no major shifts in crime trends over the past month, despite the 50% increase in theft from the person. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 17 crimes per day—a figure that, while low by UK standards, translates to one reported crime for every 141 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the average for similar-sized towns, reflecting either effective policing or the area's character as a relatively safe coastal community. The population context is critical: with 71,159 residents, Bognor Regis' crime statistics must be interpreted within the framework of a town with a mix of permanent residents and seasonal visitors. The 2.7% below UK average rate highlights the area's relative safety. The comparison to the UK average also reveals nuanced patterns: while anti-social behaviour is 15% below the national average, violent crime is 13% above. This divergence may stem from local factors such as the town's proximity to major roads, its tourism infrastructure, or the presence of older housing stock that could contribute to higher violent crime rates. Residents should note that while overall rates are stable, the composition of crimes has shifted—particularly the rise in theft from the person, which may require targeted community awareness campaigns.