Bodmin Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 16,914, Bodmin recorded 158 crimes in October 2024 — equating to 9.3 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 14.8% higher than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a persistent challenge in local crime management. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.5% of all crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average for this category (2.7 per 1,000 vs 3.8 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 20.3% of total crimes, also 47% above the UK average. These figures suggest a concentration of issues in public spaces or areas with high foot traffic, potentially linked to Bodmin’s role as a regional hub in Cornwall. Seasonal factors may also play a role: October’s darker evenings and Halloween activities could contribute to increased incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. Meanwhile, property crimes — including burglary and vehicle crime — remained relatively low compared to the UK, though vehicle crime saw a notable spike later in the month. The overall profile indicates a mix of persistent and emerging challenges, with local authorities likely monitoring trends to address community safety concerns.

October 2024 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories. Vehicle crime surged by 400% month-on-month, rising from one reported incident to five — a jump that may reflect seasonal changes in parking patterns or increased traffic flow. Conversely, burglary fell by 66.7%, dropping from three to one incident, potentially indicating improved security measures or reduced opportunities in residential areas. The breakdown of crime types reveals stark contrasts with the UK average: drug-related offences were 131% above the national rate (0.3 vs 0.6 per 1,000), while theft from the person was 50% below (0.2 vs 0.1 per 1,000). This divergence highlights Bodmin’s unique crime profile, with drug-related issues affecting the area compared to other parts of the UK. Violent crime remains a significant concern, with a rate 42% above the UK average. For residents, the spike in vehicle crime underscores the importance of securing vehicles in public spaces, particularly during the darker evenings of October.

Bodmin’s crime rate in October 2024 (9.3 per 1,000) was a 2.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.6 per 1,000, suggesting a slight but measurable improvement in local conditions. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day — a figure that, while modest, remains a tangible presence for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 107 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against the area’s population of 16,914, illustrates the frequency of incidents within a relatively small community. This metric is particularly meaningful for local families, as it translates to a higher likelihood of encountering crime compared to the UK average. While the overall rate remains elevated, the month-on-month decline indicates potential effectiveness in targeted interventions or natural fluctuations in criminal activity. However, the persistent gap between Bodmin’s rate and the UK average — particularly in violent and anti-social crime — underscores the need for sustained efforts to address underlying social and environmental factors contributing to these disparities.