Bournemouth Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bournemouth’s July 2025 crime rate of 11.3 per 1,000 residents marks a stark departure from the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, with the area’s rate 31.4% higher. This discrepancy is driven by a combination of factors, including the town’s status as a major coastal resort and the peak of summer tourism. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 29.2% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (26.1%) and shoplifting (11.4%). These figures are consistent with the seasonal context of July, when festivals, events, and a surge in visitors create high-traffic environments that may amplify certain types of criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour, in particular, was 87% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the challenges of managing public spaces during the summer. Shoplifting, while still significantly above the national rate (100% higher), showed a modest 8.8% decline month-on-month, indicating early success in retail security measures. The area’s crime profile highlights the tension between its appeal as a tourist destination and the pressures this generates on local policing and community safety. As the season progresses, the interplay between transient populations and permanent residents will likely remain a critical factor in shaping crime trends.

July 2025 saw a 63% increase in burglary compared to June, with 88 reported incidents—more than double the UK average. This rise aligns with the summer season, when vacation homes and short-term rentals may attract opportunistic offenders. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell 8.8% to 259 cases, a slight decline that contrasts with the 100% surge above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, however, dominated the data, rising 87% above the national rate. This category’s sharp increase likely reflects the influx of tourists and the density of public spaces during festivals. Drug-related crimes also climbed 57.4% month-on-month, with 74 incidents reported, marking a 43% increase over the UK average. These trends suggest that the area’s vibrant summer calendar may be straining local resources, with enforcement efforts needing to balance tourism promotion and crime prevention.

Bournemouth’s crime rate in July 2025 rose 10.4% compared to June, climbing from 10.2 to 11.3 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 31.4% above the UK average, a gap that has widened over the past year. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 73 crimes per day, reflecting the density of population and activity in Bournemouth’s built-up zones. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 89 residents, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a town with a mix of tourist attractions and residential areas. This monthly exposure rate is higher than many similar-sized towns, partly due to the summer season’s impact on foot traffic and event density. The population context further highlights the scale: with 202,207 residents, the sheer number of reported crimes (2,276) indicates a need for targeted policing and community engagement strategies in high-risk areas.