Bridport Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of nearly 10,000 residents, Bridport recorded 52 crimes in January 2025 — an average of one crime for every 191 residents over the course of the month. This places Bridport’s crime rate at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, 25.4% below the UK average of 7.1. The town’s crime profile shows a mix of violent and property offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 30.8% of all reported crimes (16 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.2%) and other theft (19.2%). Seasonal context suggests that January’s reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours may have influenced patterns. Violent crime decreased by 20% compared to December, while property crimes remained stable. The town’s lower-than-average rate for violence and sexual offences (36% below the UK average) may reflect Bridport’s relatively quiet character as a coastal town with limited nightlife compared to larger urban centres. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting and other theft suggests vulnerabilities in retail security during the post-holiday period. The overall picture illustrates a balance between seasonal factors and local dynamics, with Bridport maintaining a safer profile than the UK average despite pockets of activity in specific crime categories.

January 2025 saw significant shifts in Bridport’s crime profile, with shoplifting surging by 250% (from 2 to 7 cases) — a stark increase that may reflect post-holiday retail activity or targeted theft in local stores. Other theft also rose sharply, doubling from 5 to 10 cases, highlighting potential gaps in security measures for personal property. In contrast, violence and sexual offences fell by 20% compared to December, aligning with the UK average rate of 2.5 per 1,000 (Bridport’s rate was 1.6 per 1,000, 36% below the national average). This decline could be consistent with reduced social interactions during colder months. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson dropped by 50%, linked to seasonal factors such as fewer outdoor events or reduced alcohol-related incidents. Bridport’s anti-social behaviour rate (1.0 per 1,000) matched the UK average, but other theft (1.0 per 1,000) was 104% above the national figure of 0.5 per 1,000, indicating a localised challenge in this category. For residents, the sharp rise in shoplifting underscores the need for vigilance in retail areas during the post-holiday period.

Bridport’s crime rate in January 2025 (5.3 per 1,000) was 4.2% higher than December’s 5.0 per 1,000.4% below the UK average. This translates to roughly 2 crimes reported each day in the town — a manageable frequency for a community of 9,913 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 191 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of activity relative to population size. Bridport’s daily crime rate (2 per day) is lower than the UK average of approximately 3.4 crimes per day (based on national figures), reinforcing its status as a safer area. However, the 104% increase in other theft compared to the UK average (0.5 per 1,000) suggests targeted vulnerabilities that local authorities may need to address. The 25.4% gap below the UK average is notable, as it reflects Bridport’s generally quiet character — a coastal town with limited industrial or commercial hubs compared to larger urban centres. This population-scaled perspective shows that while Bridport is not immune to crime, its rates remain proportionally lower, offering residents a relatively secure environment despite the spikes in specific categories like shoplifting.