Poole Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Poole recorded 947 crimes, equating to a rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents—15.6% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure, when contextualised against Poole's population of 145,099, translates to roughly 32 crimes reported daily, a pace that, while consistent with recent months, highlights the area's relatively low crime profile. The most prevalent crimes were anti-social behaviour (302 cases, 31.9% of total), violence and sexual offences (287 cases, 30.3%), and shoplifting (66 cases, 7.0%). These patterns align with Poole's character as a coastal resort with a mix of residential and tourist activity. The surge in anti-social behaviour may partly reflect the Easter period and increased outdoor activity in spring, though the category remains 58% above the UK average. Shoplifting's decline by 22.4% to 66 cases could indicate effective policing in retail hubs or seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic during Easter. Meanwhile, violent crimes, while remaining the second most common category, are 23% below the UK average, consistent with Poole's generally safer environment. The seasonal context of April—Easter, spring weather, and heightened outdoor engagement—likely contributes to fluctuations in anti-social behaviour and property crimes, though the overall rate remains firmly below national benchmarks.

April 2025 saw stark contrasts in crime trends, with anti-social behaviour surging by 58.9% to 302 incidents, the most common category. This increase may partly explain the overall rise in the crime rate, though it remains 58% above the UK average for this category. Robbery, though still rare, jumped 150% from 2 to 5 cases, a figure that would be of concern to residents frequenting public spaces. Bicycle theft also rose sharply, climbing 71.4% to 12 incidents—43% above the UK average. Conversely, shoplifting declined by 22.4% to 66 cases, possibly due to seasonal factors or targeted policing in retail areas. Burglary dropped 21.4% to 33 incidents, aligning with the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. The most significant deviations from national trends include anti-social behaviour (58% above UK average) and bicycle theft (43% above), which may reflect Poole's coastal tourism and springtime activity patterns. These shifts underscore the need for localised strategies to manage specific risks.

Poole's crime rate in April 2025 rose 5.7% from 6.2 to 6.5 per 1,000 residents compared to March, reflecting a slight upward trend. With 32 crimes reported daily, the pace of incidents remains steady, though not significantly higher than the previous month. Over the course of April, one crime occurred for every 153 residents—a monthly exposure rate that aligns with Poole's generally lower-than-average crime profile. This figure contextualises the impact on residents: for every 153 people, one crime was recorded, highlighting that the majority of the population remains unaffected. The population-scaled perspective shows that Poole's lower overall rate, despite the monthly increase, continues to position it as a relatively safer area compared to the UK average. This contrast is reinforced by the fact that nearly all crime categories in Poole are below national benchmarks, except for anti-social behaviour and bicycle theft, which remain elevated. The shift in crime patterns between months may reflect seasonal transitions, such as the Easter period and increased outdoor activity, but the overall trajectory remains stable.