Bourne End Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bourne End's crime profile in August 2023 demonstrates a marked divergence from the UK average, with a rate of 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents—53.1% below the national figure of 8.1. This built-up area within Buckinghamshire maintains a consistently low crime environment, though seasonal factors appear to influence patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.1% of all crimes, followed by vehicle crime (14.3%) and anti-social behaviour (14.3%). The local rate for violence and sexual offences (1.2 per 1,000) is 55% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or demographic factors that reduce interpersonal conflict. Bicycle theft emerges as an outlier, with 0.4 per 1,000 residents—344% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This may reflect the area's commuter population, as bicycle theft often correlates with high-traffic zones and cycling infrastructure. August, a peak holiday month, saw increased burglary risks due to empty homes. The balance between property and violent crime in Bourne End contrasts with UK trends, where property crime typically dominates. This suggests a unique local dynamic, possibly linked to the area's relatively small population (7,445) and its position as a semi-rural commuter hub within Buckinghamshire. Seasonal patterns, such as the influx of visitors during August, may also contribute to temporary fluctuations in specific crime types.

August 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary and other theft both increasing by 100% compared to July (from 1 to 2 incidents each). This contrasts with a 50% decrease in vehicle crime (from 8 to 4) and a 40% reduction in criminal damage and arson (from 5 to 3). The spike in burglary aligns with August's seasonal context—peak holiday periods often leave homes unoccupied, creating opportunities for opportunistic crime. Meanwhile, the drop in vehicle crime may reflect reduced traffic congestion or improved security measures at local car parks. Bicycle theft, at 0.4 per 1,000 residents, remains strikingly elevated compared to the UK average (0.1 per 1,000), a 344% disparity that warrants attention from local authorities. The area's violent crime rate (1.2 per 1,000) is 55% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), highlighting a persistent strength in maintaining low interpersonal crime despite the summer months. Residents may find the 100% increase in burglary particularly relevant, as it underscores the importance of home security during August's frequent absences.

Bourne End's August 2023 crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents represents a 7.7% increase from July's 3.5, though it remains far below the UK average. Over the 31 days of August, the area recorded roughly 1 crime per day—a pace significantly slower than the national average. When scaled to the local population, this equates to one reported crime for every 266 residents over the month, illustrating the area's relative safety. The daily crime figure provides a tangible reference point for residents: if a crime occurred every day, it would still represent less than 0.2% of the population's monthly exposure. This compares to the UK's much higher daily rates, though direct comparisons are not provided in the data. The population context further highlights Bourne End's low crime environment: with 7,445 residents, the 28 total crimes in August amount to a minuscule 0.37% of the population. This underscores the area's effectiveness in crime prevention, even as month-on-month increases in specific categories like burglary demonstrate the need for vigilance during seasonal vulnerabilities. The contrast with the UK's higher rates reinforces Bourne End's position as an outlier in the national crime profile.