Bridlington Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bridlington’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 10.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 27.2% above the UK average of 8.1. This disparity underscores a distinct local profile compared to the national picture, where crime rates are generally lower. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.5% of all reported incidents. This rate was 54% higher than the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s demographic and social dynamics, including its role as a coastal town with a mix of permanent residents and seasonal visitors. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences followed, contributing 12.4% and 11.1% respectively, both significantly above UK averages. These trends align with the seasonal context of June, the start of summer, when increased foot traffic and extended daylight hours may exacerbate conflicts or public disorder. Shoplifting also rose sharply, with 38 incidents recorded—59% above the UK average—and could be linked to the influx of tourists during this period. The overall crime profile suggests that Bridlington’s unique characteristics, such as its coastal location and tourist appeal, play a role in shaping its crime profile. However, the relatively low rates of vehicle crime and burglary compared to UK averages indicate that other factors, such as local policing strategies or community engagement, may be mitigating certain types of offences. This data highlights the need for targeted interventions that address the specific challenges of a coastal town with a fluctuating population.

June 2025 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime, which rose by 100% to 8 incidents from 4 in May. This jump may partly explain the overall rate’s slight rise and could reflect heightened summer activity, such as increased road traffic or unsecured vehicles in public areas. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 62.1%, reaching 47 cases, suggesting potential links to warmer weather and extended evening hours. Shoplifting rose by 46.2%, with 38 incidents reported, a figure 59% above the UK average. This aligns with the seasonal context of June as the start of the tourist season, which may drive retail-focused crimes. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 35.7%, dropping from 14 to 9, a decline that contrasts with the overall upward trend in other categories. These shifts highlight the combination of local factors and seasonal influences on crime patterns.

Bridlington’s crime rate in June 2025 rose slightly to 10.3 per 1,000 residents, a 3.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 10.0. This places the area 27.2% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent gap between local and national crime trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 13 crimes per day, underscoring the frequency of incidents even in a relatively small population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 97 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of crime relative to Bridlington’s population of 36,771. While the overall rate remains stable compared to earlier in the year, the month-on-month rise suggests seasonal or situational factors may be influencing crime patterns, particularly as summer activities intensify. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Bridlington’s residents face a higher proportion of crime than the UK average, which may reflect local dynamics such as tourism, retail activity, or community-specific challenges.