Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole were 26% below the UK average in November 2025, marking a striking departure from national trends. The overall crime rate stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, 15.1% lower than the UK’s 7.3 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of local factors, including the area’s coastal character and seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences, the most prevalent category at 31.1% of total crimes, were significantly lower than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This may partly explain the area’s overall performance, as violent crime often drives broader crime statistics. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category at 23.5%, was 42% above the UK average, highlighting a unique challenge in this region. The coastal nature of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole likely contributes to this, with high foot traffic in tourist areas and seasonal events such as Bonfire Night potentially amplifying anti-social incidents. Shoplifting, at 9.5% of total crimes, was 5% below the UK average, linked to the area’s retail presence and the timing of Black Friday sales. However, this was offset by a sharp 67% increase in bicycle theft compared to the UK average, which may reflect the local cycling infrastructure and seasonal patterns. The month’s darker evenings and festive events may have influenced crime dynamics, with retail activity and nightlife patterns shaping the mix of offences. These findings illustrate a nuanced picture where local characteristics intersect with national trends, offering insights into the area’s unique crime profile.

November 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Possession of weapons increased by 66.7%, rising from nine to 15 incidents, a marked change that could reflect heightened awareness or enforcement efforts around Bonfire Night. Other crime also rose by 54.5%, with the category expanding from 22 to 34 incidents, suggesting a broader diversification in reported offences. Robbery increased by 43.8%, from 16 to 23 cases, potentially linked to the month’s dark evenings and festive shopping activity. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 38.1%, dropping from 42 to 26 incidents, which may indicate improved security measures or a seasonal dip in cycling activity. Burglary decreased by 15.7%, from 108 to 91 cases, due to increased community vigilance or the timing of the month’s events. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 14.1%, from 696 to 598 incidents, a reduction that could be tied to the area’s efforts to manage public spaces during peak tourist periods. These changes highlight a dynamic crime profile, where specific categories respond to local conditions and national trends. For residents, the 67% increase in bicycle theft compared to the UK average underscores a need for targeted measures in this area, as the category was significantly higher than the national benchmark of 0.1 per 1,000. This contrast with the UK average for anti-social behaviour, which was 42% above the national rate, illustrates the area’s unique challenges and priorities in crime prevention.

In November 2025, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole recorded a crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents, a 5.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.6 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, suggests a stabilising trend in the area’s crime profile. On a daily basis, the district experienced approximately 85 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the scale of activity within the local population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 161 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides insight into the frequency of incidents relative to the population. This rate is lower than the UK average, but the comparison reveals a nuanced picture: while the overall rate is 15.1% below the national benchmark, specific categories like anti-social behaviour and bicycle theft diverge significantly. The 42% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average highlights a local challenge that may require tailored interventions. Meanwhile, the 67% rise in bicycle theft compared to the UK average suggests a unique vulnerability in the area, potentially linked to its cycling infrastructure and seasonal patterns. These findings, when viewed alongside the population-scaled perspective, offer a clearer understanding of how the district’s crime profile aligns with or differs from national trends, providing valuable context for residents and policymakers alike.