Bursledon Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2023, Bursledon recorded a crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24% below the UK average of 7.5. This per-capita perspective means that, on average, one resident in every 174 experienced a reported crime over the month—a figure that underscores the area’s relative safety compared to national benchmarks. The crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (12.5%) and public order offences (10%). These patterns align with Bursledon’s character as a residential suburb within Eastleigh, where community-focused policing and lower levels of commercial activity may contribute to the subdued rates of theft and burglary. Seasonal factors also played a role: the Easter holiday period and spring weather likely influenced the 30.8% drop in violence and sexual offences, as outdoor spaces saw increased use during daylight hours. However, the spike in robbery cases, which were 233% above the UK average, suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. The area’s anti-social behaviour rate, at 66% below the UK average, further illustrates how local demographics and social cohesion may buffer against certain types of crime. While the overall rate remains low, the volatility in specific categories—such as the doubling of burglary and robbery—points to ongoing challenges that require nuanced understanding.

April 2023 saw a sharp increase in burglary, with a 100% rise from one to two incidents, and a similar surge in robbery, doubling from zero to two cases. These jumps, though small in absolute terms, highlight potential vulnerabilities in residential security during the spring season. Conversely, public order offences fell by 42.9%, likely influenced by the Easter holiday’s reduced nightlife activity. The area’s violence and sexual offences rate (2.6 per 1,000) matched the UK average, but robbery stood out as 233% above the national figure—a stark contrast that may signal localised risk factors. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting were both significantly below UK averages, with anti-social behaviour at 66% below and shoplifting at 79% below. This divergence suggests that Bursledon’s social dynamics differ from broader national trends, possibly due to its suburban character and lower tourist footfall.

Bursledon’s crime rate in April 2023 fell to 5.7 per 1,000 residents, a 23.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.5. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as Easter and spring weather may have shifted community activity away from high-risk environments. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported per day in April, a figure that translates to a localised exposure of one crime for every 174 residents over the month. While this rate is lower than the UK average, the population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a crime risk significantly below national levels. The drop in violent crime—specifically a 30.8% reduction in violence and sexual offences—may reflect quieter weekends during the Easter holiday period. However, the rise in burglary and robbery, both doubling from previous months, suggests targeted vulnerabilities that warrant closer attention.