Bourne End Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bourne End’s July 2025 crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents places it 58.1% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, a consistent trend reflective of the area’s character as a small, built-up community within Buckinghamshire. The crime breakdown reveals a mix of local and national contrasts, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 37% of all reported incidents. This category, though the most common in the area, remains 57% below the UK average, likely due to the town’s relatively low population density and limited nightlife compared to larger cities. Burglary, however, stands out as a notable exception, with a rate of 0.5 per 1,000—85% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be attributed to the area’s proximity to major transport routes and the presence of older housing stock, which could present more opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Meanwhile, shoplifting and public order offences both fell significantly below national averages, with the latter dropping 84% to 0.1 per 1,000. This aligns with the seasonal context of July, a peak summer month marked by school holidays, festivals, and high tourism, which may shift crime patterns toward fewer incidents of disorder and more targeted theft. The overall picture suggests a community where crime is rare but not entirely absent, with local factors such as population size, infrastructure, and seasonal activity playing a defining role in shaping the crime profile.

July 2025 saw a significant drop in violence and sexual offences, decreasing by 28.6% from 14 to 10 incidents. This decline may reflect seasonal shifts, with summer holidays and reduced foot traffic in local areas likely contributing to lower opportunities for such crimes. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 66.7%, from three to one, a stark contrast to the previous month. This drop could indicate effective policing during summer events or fewer incidents of disorder as residents and visitors focus on leisure activities. However, other theft rose sharply by 200% (1 to 3), suggesting a potential increase in opportunistic crimes during the busy tourist season. Burglary also decreased by 20%, from five to four, which may be linked to improved home security measures or fewer unoccupied properties during the summer months. These shifts in crime patterns illustrate the combination of seasonal dynamics and local safety initiatives.

Bourne End's crime rate in July 2025 fell to 3.6 per 1,000 residents, a 15.6% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.3. This downward trend aligns with seasonal patterns typical of summer, when tourism peaks and local events draw crowds that may disperse after hours. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported each day over the 31-day period, reflecting a low-frequency environment. When scaled to the population of 7,445, this translates to one reported crime for every 276 residents over the course of the month—a figure that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime in comparison to larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective is particularly meaningful for residents, as it illustrates that the likelihood of experiencing crime remains minimal within the local context. This contrast with the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000 highlights the area’s consistently lower risk profile, even as specific crime types like burglary and drug-related incidents deviate from national norms.