Bourton-on-the-Water Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 5,933, 30 crimes reported in June 2025 translates to a rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents — 37% below the UK average of 8.1. This stark contrast underscores Bourton-on-the-Water’s relative safety compared to the national picture. The crime profile reveals a mix of violent and property offences, with violence and sexual offences making up 30% of the total (9 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour at 16.7% (5 cases). These figures align with the area’s character as a small, historic town within the Cotswolds, where tourism begins to ramp up in summer but has not yet reached peak season. The low crime rate may partly reflect the town’s compact size, limited nightlife, and strong community presence, though seasonal factors like longer daylight hours and increased visitor numbers could influence patterns. Violent crime remains significantly below the UK average (1.5 per 1,000 vs 2.9 per 1,000), consistent with the area’s low population density and limited commercial activity outside the village core. However, the data also shows a small but notable increase in vehicle crime — a trend that may be linked to summer travel or changes in local parking habits. As June marks the start of the tourist season in the Cotswolds, the interplay between resident and visitor activity will likely shape crime dynamics in the coming months.

June 2025 saw sharp spikes in vehicle crime (+300%), other theft (+100%), and burglary (+100%) compared to May, driven by a combination of seasonal factors and specific incidents. Vehicle crime, now at 4 cases (0.7 per 1,000), is 89% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000 — a figure that could reflect increased car usage during summer or unsecured parking in the village. Conversely, other crime fell sharply by 72.7% (from 11 to 3 cases), due to improved local policing or reduced activity in certain sectors. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 16.7%, from 6 to 5 cases, though this remains 44% below the UK average (1.4 per 1,000). The most significant UK comparison occurs in 'other theft' — at 0.7 per 1,000, this category is 37% above the national average of 0.5 per 1,000, suggesting a localised issue that may require targeted intervention. Meanwhile, burglary (2 cases) is only 7% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), indicating that while not insignificant, this category remains relatively low. A resident would find the 300% surge in vehicle crime particularly concerning, as it represents a stark departure from the previous month’s figure of 1 case. This anomaly could be investigated further by comparing it to local events or infrastructure changes.

The crime rate in June 2025 (5.1 per 1,000) represents a 14.2% decrease from May’s rate of 5.9 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend that may be attributable to seasonal factors or improved community engagement. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 1 crime per day — a figure that, while low, highlights the vulnerability of a small population to even minor incidents. Over the course of June, 1 reported crime occurred for every 198 residents — a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low given the area’s size. This suggests that residents are statistically less likely to encounter crime than the average UK citizen, who faces a monthly exposure rate of approximately 1 in 125 residents (based on the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000). The population-scaled perspective reinforces Bourton-on-the-Water’s status as a relatively safe area, though the 300% increase in vehicle crime raises questions about whether this trend is an outlier or part of a broader pattern. The town’s compact size and limited commercial infrastructure may contribute to its lower crime rates compared to larger urban centres, but the spike in vehicle-related offences indicates that even small communities are not immune to specific vulnerabilities. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly regarding vehicle security, while local authorities may consider targeted measures to address this anomaly.