Bourton-on-the-Water Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 5,933, the 26 crimes reported in June 2024 translate to a crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This places Bourton-on-the-Water 46.3% below the national benchmark, a figure that underscores the area’s relative safety compared to other parts of the UK. The crime profile for June reveals a mix of violent and property-related offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 42.3% of all reported crimes. This category, at 1.9 per 1,000, sits 31% below the UK average, likely reflecting the town’s character as a tourist destination with a lower population density and a focus on heritage and leisure activities. Anti-social behaviour and shoplifting follow closely, each contributing 11.5% of total crimes, with rates 64% and 19% below the UK average respectively. These figures may align with seasonal patterns, as June marks the beginning of the summer tourist season in the Cotswolds, when increased foot traffic and outdoor activity could influence the nature and volume of reported crimes. The overall crime rate remains consistent with the area’s reputation as a low-crime, rural-built-up area, where community cohesion and limited urban infrastructure may contribute to the lower incidence of violent crime.

June 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories compared to May 2024. Criminal damage and arson surged by 200%, rising from one to three incidents, a sharp increase that may reflect heightened summer activity or seasonal disruptions in local businesses. Similarly, public order offences doubled from zero to two, potentially linked to increased visitor numbers and the start of the tourism season. Conversely, burglary dropped by 80%, declining from five to one incident, a trend that could be attributed to heightened community vigilance or the absence of holidaymakers during the month. Violence and sexual offences, while still the most common category, decreased by 8.3%, from 12 to 11 incidents, though they remain 31% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 25%, from four to three, suggesting a possible alignment with local initiatives or seasonal factors. The breakdown shows that property crimes, though lower in overall numbers, remain a concern, with shoplifting and criminal damage each contributing 11.5% of total crimes. For residents, the daily crime count of approximately one incident per day provides a tangible reference point for understanding the local safety context.

The crime rate for June 2024 (4.4 per 1,000) represents a 3.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.6 per 1,000, indicating a slight downward trend in reported crimes. When scaled to the area’s population of 5,933, this translates to roughly one reported crime occurring for every 228 residents over the course of the month—a figure that highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in the area. On a daily basis, the 26 total crimes equate to approximately one incident per day, a metric that may be more relatable to local residents than the overall rate. This daily context is particularly useful for understanding the practical implications of crime statistics, as it allows individuals to gauge the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. The area’s low crime rate, combined with its small population size, positions it as an outlier compared to larger urban centres, where crime rates are typically higher. For example, the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000 means that Bourton-on-the-Water’s residents face significantly lower risks of being victims of crime than the national average. This comparative advantage is likely reinforced by the town’s rural character, limited urban density, and the absence of high-risk environments such as major transport hubs or densely populated housing estates.