Poole Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Poole’s crime profile in November 2025 reveals a combination of property and violent crime, with property offences slightly dominating despite both categories remaining well below the UK average. The overall crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents—27.4% below the national figure of 7.3—underscores the area’s relative safety, though the slight upward trend from 5.2 in October suggests the need for continued vigilance. Violence and sexual offences (244 incidents) accounted for 31.8% of all crimes, a figure 34% below the UK average, indicating effective local policing or community engagement efforts. Anti-social behaviour (183 incidents) followed closely, though it was 23% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect Poole’s urban density and seasonal social dynamics. Shoplifting (81 incidents) and vehicle crime (41 incidents) both remained below UK averages, potentially influenced by local initiatives such as CCTV coverage or retail partnerships. The month’s seasonal context—dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—likely contributed to fluctuations, with retail-focused crimes such as robbery surging by 300% (3 to 12 incidents). These patterns align with Poole’s coastal character, where tourism and seasonal events intersect with local demographics, shaping crime trends in ways that differ from more industrial or rural areas. The balance between property and violent crime may also signal broader socioeconomic factors, such as the area’s reliance on tourism and retail, which could drive both opportunities for crime and community-led prevention efforts.

November 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with property crimes (275 incidents) narrowly outpacing violent crimes (244 incidents), though both categories remained below UK averages. The most dramatic increase was in robbery, which jumped by 300% (3 to 12 incidents), a figure that may partly reflect heightened retail activity during Black Friday. Possession of weapons also rose sharply by 150% (2 to 5 incidents), though this remains a low-frequency category. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 50% (4 to 2 incidents), potentially linked to increased security measures or changes in shopping behaviour. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime, was 23% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect Poole’s urban density and seasonal social dynamics. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime both remained below UK averages, suggesting effective local deterrents. These shifts highlight the interplay between seasonal events and crime patterns, with November’s darker evenings and festive activities likely influencing reported incidents.

Poole's crime rate in November 2025 rose slightly by 2.1% from the previous month, moving from 5.2 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 27.4% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a consistent trend that reflects long-term efforts in community policing and targeted interventions. On a daily basis, Poole recorded approximately 26 crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, does not directly compare to UK-wide averages due to varying population densities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 189 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for individual risk. With a population of 145,099, this rate underscores the area’s relative safety compared to national benchmarks, though the slight upward trend may warrant continued monitoring, particularly in light of seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping. The balance between property and violent crime remains a key indicator, with property crimes slightly outpacing violent ones despite both categories being below UK averages. This dynamic may be influenced by Poole’s coastal character, where retail and tourism activity intersect with local demographics.