Monthly Crime Statistics

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole reported a crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 in November 2023, with anti-social behaviour 52% above the UK average. The monthly rate fell 14.3% from October.

2,848
Total Crimes
7
Per 1,000 People
7.5
UK Average
-14.3%
vs Previous Month

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Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole recorded a crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents in November 2023, placing it 6.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, masks significant variations in crime types. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.8% of all crimes, a category where the area’s rate of 2.3 per 1,000 was 11% below the UK average. However, anti-social behaviour stood out as a major concern, with a rate of 1.6 per 1,000—52% above the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000. This discrepancy likely reflects the area’s coastal and urban characteristics, where high foot traffic and seasonal events such as Bonfire Night may amplify disruptions. Criminal damage and arson (0.6 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour were the next most common crimes, though the latter’s sharp divergence from the UK average suggests a unique local challenge. The seasonal context of November—marked by darker evenings, Black Friday shopping, and the approach of winter—may have influenced patterns, with shoplifting and vehicle crime remaining stable but property crimes showing subtle shifts. These figures underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-impact areas, particularly where anti-social behaviour affects community safety.

November saw a 25.7% increase in burglary cases compared to October, rising from 140 to 176 incidents. This jump, though modest, may be linked to seasonal factors such as the timing of holiday shopping or changes in property occupancy. In contrast, bicycle theft fell sharply by 37.9%, dropping from 58 to 36 cases, a trend consistent with reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. Anti-social behaviour remained a standout issue, with its rate at 1.6 per 1,000—52% above the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000. This disparity highlights a local challenge not mirrored in other parts of the country. Meanwhile, drug-related crimes fell by 24.5%, from 49 to 37, a decline that may reflect targeted enforcement or shifting patterns in illicit activity. These fluctuations illustrate the combination of local conditions and national trends.

The crime rate for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole in November 2023 fell to 7.0 per 1,000 residents, a 14.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.1 per 1,000. This decline suggests a shift in local crime dynamics, though seasonal factors such as darker evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night may have played a role. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 95 crimes per day in November, a figure that, while consistent with previous months, reflects the ongoing presence of crime in a densely populated coastal region. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 144 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the importance of community vigilance and policing efforts. With a population of 408,967, the area’s crime rate remains below the UK average, but the distribution of crime types reveals distinct local patterns that warrant closer examination.

Crime Breakdown - November 2023

Crime TypeCountPer 1,000% of Total
Violence and sexual offences9332.332.8%
Anti-social behaviour6471.622.7%
Criminal damage and arson2240.67.9%
Other theft1940.56.8%
Shoplifting1940.56.8%
Vehicle crime1840.56.5%
Burglary1760.46.2%
Public order1420.45%
Drugs370.11.3%
Bicycle theft360.11.3%
Robbery250.10.9%
Theft from the person240.10.8%
Possession of weapons190.10.7%
Other crime1300.5%

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