Bracknell Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bracknell's crime rate for September 2025 was 6.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 13.5% below the UK average of 7.4. This figure, while relatively low, masks significant variations in crime types, with vehicle crime standing out as an exception. At 0.7 per 1,000, vehicle crime in Bracknell is 75% higher than the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the town's overall safety profile. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.2% of all reported incidents, or 197 cases. This rate of 2.3 per 1,000 is 11% below the UK average, suggesting that while violent crime remains a concern, Bracknell's experience is less severe than the national norm. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 10% of all crimes, but at a rate of 0.6 per 1,000, this is 49% below the UK average. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students to local universities and the resumption of school routines—may have influenced these patterns, with increased foot traffic in town centres potentially contributing to both the rise in vehicle crime and the decline in anti-social behaviour. The town's overall safety, as reflected in its crime rate, appears to be underpinned by a combination of community policing efforts and the demographic profile of Bracknell, which includes a significant proportion of working-age residents and a relatively low proportion of transient populations.

September 2025 saw a dramatic 300% increase in theft from the person, rising from one incident to four. This spike, though still low in absolute terms, may be linked to the return of university students to the area, who often carry valuables in high-traffic zones. Vehicle crime also surged by 281.3%, jumping from 16 to 61 incidents, placing Bracknell 75% above the UK average for this category. This anomaly contrasts sharply with the 38.5% decline in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 91 to 56 incidents. The drop in anti-social behaviour may reflect the seasonal shift as schools and universities resumed operations, reducing late-night gatherings in public spaces. Meanwhile, bicycle theft decreased by 29.4%, suggesting that measures taken during the summer to secure bikes—such as increased use of locks or storage facilities—may have had a lasting effect. The significant disparity between Bracknell's vehicle crime rate and the UK average highlights a unique local challenge that differs from the national trend.

Bracknell's crime rate for September 2025 stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a 5.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.8. This downward trend aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as shorter evenings and the return to structured routines following the summer holidays may have reduced opportunities for certain types of crime. On a daily basis, Bracknell recorded an average of 19 crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with the area's historical patterns, remains lower than the UK average. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-156 residents highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in the area compared to national benchmarks. This statistic, when contextualised against Bracknell's population of 86,947, underscores the town's position as a safer-than-average location, particularly in relation to violent crime and anti-social behaviour, which are both significantly below UK averages. However, the daily crime count serves as a reminder that even in areas with low overall rates, residents may still encounter crime in their immediate surroundings.