Bursledon Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bursledon's crime profile in October 2023 revealed a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. The area recorded 58 crimes, yielding a rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 3.8% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This slight elevation reflects a combination of persistent challenges and regional variations in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 39.7% of all reported crimes, with 23 incidents recorded. This category's rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents is 22% above the UK average, a disparity that may be influenced by the area's built-up character and the concentration of residential properties in proximity to commercial zones. Other theft, at 1.0 per 1,000 residents, emerged as the second most common category, with a 61% gap above the UK average. This suggests potential vulnerabilities in unsecured premises or targeted opportunities in retail areas. Vehicle crime, at 0.9 per 1,000, also exceeded the national benchmark by 73%, a figure that could be explained by the presence of commuter parking facilities or the area's integration with Eastleigh's transport networks. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings, the transition to British Summer Time, and the approach of Halloween—likely contributed to the observed patterns, with increased indoor activity reducing outdoor crime while creating new opportunities for theft in homes and vehicles. The area's relatively low rates of anti-social behaviour (45% below the UK average) and shoplifting (48% below the UK average) indicate areas where local initiatives or community engagement may be yielding positive outcomes. These findings underscore the importance of targeted interventions while highlighting the need for continued vigilance in high-risk categories.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in October 2023 was the 133.3% increase in 'other theft' crimes, rising from three to seven incidents. This surge followed a period of relative stability in the category, suggesting a sudden change in local dynamics or unmet demand for enforcement in this area. Concurrently, shoplifting incidents doubled from one to two, a 100% increase that may be linked to Halloween activities or targeted retail vulnerabilities. The sharp 36.1% decrease in violence and sexual offences, from 36 to 23 incidents, contrasts with the rise in property crimes, indicating a shift in crime mix that could reflect seasonal patterns. Bursledon's rate for violence and sexual offences (3.3 per 1,000) is 22% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour remains 45% below the national benchmark. These disparities highlight both areas of concern and relative success in specific crime categories.

Bursledon's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 8.3 per 1,000 residents, a 9.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in October, a month marked by shorter daylight hours and the transition from autumn to winter. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two reported crimes per day in October, reflecting a steady but manageable pace of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 120 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. This rate is slightly higher than the UK average but remains within a range consistent with similar built-up areas. The population of 6,971 residents means that each individual faces a calculated risk of 0.83% per year, a metric that helps frame the statistical significance of the numbers. The reduction in overall crime compared to September may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the timing of local events or the impact of darker evenings on outdoor activity, though no definitive causal link can be established without further analysis.