Bodmin Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Bodmin, 9.6 crimes were reported in September 2024 — 24.7% higher than the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This translates to a local risk level where roughly one in every 104 residents experienced a reported crime during the month. The crime profile reveals a stark focus on interpersonal and property-related issues: violence and sexual offences (42.6% of all crimes), anti-social behaviour (16.7%), and criminal damage and arson (13.0%). These patterns align with Bodmin’s character as a built-up area within Cornwall, where seasonal transitions and community dynamics may influence crime trends. The late summer period, with school and university term starts, likely contributes to increased social interactions in public spaces, potentially amplifying anti-social behaviour and violence. Meanwhile, the high rate of criminal damage and arson could reflect a combination of local property vulnerabilities and the seasonal shift toward shorter evenings, which may affect community surveillance. Compared to the UK average, Bodmin’s violent crime rate is 56% higher, suggesting a unique local context that warrants closer analysis of community engagement strategies and policing priorities.

September 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with bicycle theft surging by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident) and other theft rising 8.3% (12 to 13). These changes may reflect seasonal adjustments, such as increased cycling activity as temperatures cooled or targeted thefts during school transitions. Conversely, possession of weapons dropped sharply by 80% (5 to 1), and vehicle crime fell by 75% (4 to 1), potentially linked to reduced summer travel or enhanced security measures. Public order offences also declined by 66.7% (18 to 6), due to the start of the academic year, which could reduce disruptive behaviour in public spaces. Comparing local rates to UK averages reveals stark contrasts: violence and sexual offences in Bodmin are 56% above the national average, while shoplifting is 56% below. This divergence highlights the area’s distinct crime profile, with higher-than-average interpersonal conflict and lower retail theft — a pattern consistent with Bodmin’s mix of residential and commercial areas, where community policing efforts might mitigate retail crime but struggle with more complex social issues. For residents, the 100% increase in bicycle theft is a concrete reminder to secure personal property during the autumn months.

Bodmin’s crime rate in September 2024 fell by 31.9% compared to the previous month’s rate of 14.1 per 1,000, indicating a marked reduction in overall criminal activity. This decline is evident in daily crime statistics, with 5 crimes reported per day — a figure that, while locally significant, remains lower than the peak seen in August. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 104 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Bodmin in the context of its population of 16,914. This rate is higher than the UK average, but the month-on-month drop suggests potential success in policing initiatives or seasonal factors reducing crime. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Bodmin’s crime rate remains elevated compared to the UK, the relative decrease from August indicates that local efforts — whether through community engagement, increased patrols, or environmental changes — may be having an impact. However, the persistent gap between Bodmin’s rates and the UK average underscores the need for sustained strategies to address the area’s unique challenges, particularly in reducing violent crime and anti-social behaviour, which remain significantly above national levels.