Bridport Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.2% of Bridport's reported crimes in July 2025, making this category the dominant driver of the area's crime profile. With an overall crime rate of 8.6 per 1,000 residents — exactly matching the UK average — the local pattern diverges sharply in composition. Anti-social behaviour, at 3.1 per 1,000, was 100% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the impact of summer festivals and extended public hours typical of a built-up area in a tourist region. The seasonal context of July, marked by school holidays and peak tourism, likely contributed to the surge in violence and sexual offences, which saw an 84.2% month-on-month increase. This category's prominence is consistent with the dynamics of a town that experiences heightened foot traffic and social interaction during the summer months. While property crimes remained relatively low, with only 16 incidents reported (1.6% of total crimes), the breakdown illustrates a shift toward more personal and public-facing offences. This trend is not uncommon in areas where tourism and local events intersect, as such environments can increase opportunities for conflicts and disorder. The data also shows that other theft and shoplifting rates were below the UK average, a contrast that may be attributed to local policing efforts or the nature of Bridport's retail landscape. These findings suggest that while the overall crime rate aligns with national benchmarks, the local context of Bridport's built-up area and seasonal rhythms play a significant role in shaping the types of crimes that are most prevalent.

July 2025 saw a 100% increase in shoplifting compared to the previous month, with four incidents reported — a stark rise from zero. This aligns with seasonal patterns typical of a built-up area in peak summer, where retail activity and tourism may contribute to such spikes. Violence and sexual offences surged by 84.2%, jumping from 19 to 35 cases, marking the most significant category shift. This category alone accounted for 41.2% of all crimes, far exceeding its share in the UK average. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained 100% above the UK average, with 31 incidents reported — a figure that underscores the pressure on local policing resources during high-traffic periods. Vehicle crime also doubled to one incident, suggesting a potential link to increased car usage during summer festivals or events. These shifts highlight the need for targeted interventions during peak tourism seasons.

Bridport's crime rate in July 2025 rose sharply to 8.6 per 1,000 residents, a 57.2% increase from the previous month's 5.5 per 1,000. This jump is reflected in the daily crime count, with an average of three reported crimes per day over the month. When scaled to the population, this means one crime occurred for roughly every 117 residents in July — a figure that highlights the density of incidents relative to the town's size. While the overall rate matches the UK average, the composition of crimes in Bridport diverges significantly. For instance, anti-social behaviour in July was 100% above the UK average, suggesting local factors such as increased public activity during festivals or events may have influenced this trend. The population context also reveals that, despite the rate being equal to the national average, the absolute number of crimes is more impactful in a smaller community like Bridport, where each incident is more immediately felt by residents.