Bracknell Forest Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2024, Bracknell Forest maintained a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents, 31.2% below the UK average of 7.7. The crime profile revealed a nuanced balance between property and violent crimes, with violence and sexual offences (246 incidents, 35.3% of total) slightly outpacing property crimes (269 incidents, 39% of total). This proximity in counts, despite the violent crime rate being 27% below the UK average, suggests a combination of local factors. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—likely contributed to the prominence of anti-social behaviour (95 incidents, 13.6%) and shoplifting (95 incidents, 13.6%), both of which align with increased foot traffic in retail areas. The UK average for shoplifting (0.7 per 1,000) matched Bracknell's rate, but the area's anti-social behaviour rate (0.7 per 1,000) was 40% below the UK's 1.2 per 1,000, reflecting a potentially lower incidence of public disorder. Criminal damage and arson (0.3 per 1,000) were 46% below the UK average, possibly influenced by the area's suburban character and effective community policing. These patterns underscore Bracknell Forest's position as a relatively low-crime area with distinct seasonal fluctuations, where the transition from summer to autumn may drive specific types of criminal activity.

September 2024 saw sharp shifts in crime patterns, with bicycle theft spiking by 146.2% (13 → 32) and theft from the person rising 125% (4 → 9), both likely linked to the start of the academic year and increased cycling activity. Conversely, robbery fell by 85.7% (7 → 1), suggesting improved community safety measures or reduced opportunities for targeted attacks. The violent crime rate of 1.9 per 1,000 was 27% below the UK average, despite violence and sexual offences making up 35.3% of total crimes. This balance between property and violent crimes highlights a unique dynamic: while property crimes like shoplifting (0.7 per 1,000) matched the UK average, bicycle theft (0.2 per 1,000) was 122% above, indicating a specific vulnerability in the area. Residents may find the 55.8% drop in vehicle crime (52 → 23) particularly relevant, as it suggests a potential reduction in car-related thefts during the month.

Bracknell Forest's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, a 17.2% decrease from the previous month's 6.4 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with the 31.2% gap below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reinforcing the area's consistently lower crime profile. Daily crime activity averaged 23 incidents per day, translating to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 188 residents. While this figure remains stable compared to prior months, the drop from 6.4 to 5.3 suggests a measurable trend toward reduced criminal activity. The population context further highlights the significance of these numbers: in a community of 130,806 people, the rate of 5.3 per 1,000 means over 690 reported crimes in a month. This scale allows residents to contextualise risk as a routine part of daily life, rather than an isolated incident. The contrast with the UK average also underscores Bracknell Forest's unique position as a relatively low-crime area, though specific categories like bicycle theft and shoplifting show deviations from the national trend.