Poole Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Poole’s crime rate in May 2025 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.5% below the UK average of 8.1. This overall figure masks significant variations in specific crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 31.4% of all reported crimes. This category, at 2.1 per 1,000, is 26% below the UK average, a trend that may reflect the area’s relatively stable social environment and effective policing in high-traffic zones. Anti-social behaviour, however, emerged as the second most common category, contributing 29.2% of total crimes and 34% above the UK average. This discrepancy highlights the challenges of managing public order in a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist areas. Shoplifting, at 8.0% of total crimes, was 25% below the UK average, potentially due to targeted retail security measures. The seasonal context of May—characterized by bank holidays and extended evenings—likely influenced patterns of outdoor drinking and socialising, which may have contributed to the 80% surge in robbery cases. While the overall crime rate remained stable, these fluctuations underscore the combination of local conditions and broader national trends.

May 2025 saw a sharp 80% increase in robbery cases, rising from 5 to 9 incidents. This jump is particularly notable given Poole’s generally lower crime profile compared to the UK average. Concurrently, theft from the person rose by 66.7%, moving from 3 to 5 cases. These increases may be linked to longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising during May’s bank holidays. In contrast, vehicle crime fell by 40%, dropping from 50 to 30 incidents, possibly reflecting improved parking security or reduced traffic during the holiday period. Anti-social behaviour remained a persistent issue, with rates 34% above the UK average, underscoring the need for continued focus on community engagement strategies. Meanwhile, violent crimes in Poole were 26% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s lower overall crime rate and influenced by local initiatives in conflict resolution.

Poole’s crime rate in May 2025 remained stable compared to April, with a 0.9% increase from 6.5 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no significant short-term shifts in overall criminal activity, though localized changes in specific categories merit closer attention. On a daily basis, 31 crimes were reported in Poole over 31 days, equating to roughly one crime every 152 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a broader context for residents, illustrating the frequency of crime relative to the population. With a population of 145,099, Poole’s crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, but the stability in the overall rate indicates that efforts to maintain safety have had some sustained effect. The data does not suggest a dramatic upward or downward trend, though specific categories like robbery show marked increases that may warrant further scrutiny.