Bournemouth Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 saw Bournemouth’s crime rate reach 8.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 13% above the UK average. This figure reflects a mix of persistent challenges and seasonal fluctuations, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile at 32.2% of all reported incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 24.9%, a rate 65% higher than the UK average, likely influenced by the town’s status as a major coastal resort with a significant transient population. Shoplifting, at 7.7% of total crimes, was 6% above the UK rate, a trend consistent with high foot traffic in retail areas during the Easter period. The seasonal context of April—marked by spring weather, Easter holidays, and increased outdoor activity—likely contributed to the volatility in certain crime categories. For instance, the 66.7% rise in drug-related offences may be tied to the influx of visitors during the Easter break, though this remains speculative without further data. Conversely, the 26.9% decline in public order offences could indicate the effectiveness of temporary policing initiatives or a natural dip in incidents during the holiday season. The town’s crime profile, characterised by its coastal tourism and urban infrastructure, continues to shape patterns that differ from the UK average, with property crimes and violent offences dominating over theft from the person or burglary. These dynamics underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas while acknowledging the influence of seasonal and geographic factors on crime trends.

The most striking shift in April 2025 was the 66.7% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 24 to 40 incidents. This surge, while unexplained by the data, contrasts with declines in other categories, such as a 26.9% drop in public order offences and a 23.3% reduction in burglaries. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 32.2% of all crimes, and were 7% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 24.9% of total crimes, was 65% above the UK rate, a disparity that may reflect Bournemouth’s coastal tourist activity and high street dynamics. Meanwhile, bicycle theft was 186% above the UK average, a figure that could be tied to the town’s cycling infrastructure and seasonal tourism. These variations highlight the combination of local demographics and crime patterns, with public order offences declining linked to Easter-related community events or increased policing during the holiday period.

Bournemouth’s crime rate in April 2025 stood at 8.7 per 1,000 residents, a 2.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.0. This decline suggests a slight easing in reported incidents, though the area remains 13% above the UK average. On a daily basis, the town recorded approximately 59 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 114 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is consistent with Bournemouth’s typically higher crime profile compared to the UK, the 2.7% drop from March indicates potential short-term stabilisation. The population context is critical here: with over 200,000 residents, even small shifts in crime rates can reflect broader community dynamics. For instance, the reduction in burglary by 23.3% may be linked to seasonal factors, such as warmer weather reducing opportunities for residential intrusions. Conversely, the surge in drug-related crimes by 66.7% highlights areas requiring closer attention, though this remains an isolated data point within the broader trend.