Bursledon Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bursledon's February 2024 crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents marked a 19.7% improvement over the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a consistent trend reflecting the area's suburban character and lower population density. The crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences (22 incidents, 55% of total crimes), a category that, while 28% above the UK average, remains proportionally lower when considering the area's demographics. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson accounted for 15% and 10% of incidents respectively, illustrating the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces. Seasonal factors likely influenced the pattern, with winter's low outdoor activity potentially reducing opportunities for certain crimes while increasing indoor social interactions that may contribute to violence. The breakdown shows a shift in the crime mix compared to previous months, with property crimes (11 incidents) now comprising 27.5% of all reported offences, a slight decrease from the previous month's 34% share. This shift may reflect the area's seasonal rhythms, with reduced retail activity and fewer tourists during the winter months. The UK comparison highlights Bursledon's distinct position as a lower-density built-up area, where community policing efforts and local initiatives may contribute to the sustained below-average crime rate despite the higher proportion of violent incidents.

Violence and sexual offences, at 22 incidents (55% of total crimes), remained the most prevalent category in February, 28% above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This rate, though higher than national norms, is mitigated by the area's smaller population and lower overall crime density. Anti-social behaviour saw a 50% increase month-on-month to six incidents, a rise that may reflect seasonal factors such as pre-spring social activity. Conversely, burglary fell by 50% to one incident, a decline consistent with winter months when outdoor activity and property access are reduced. Other theft rose 100% to three incidents, potentially linked to increased retail activity during the festive season's tail end. Vehicle crime, at three incidents, remained 9% below the UK average, a trend that may reflect the area's lower density of commercial parking zones.

Bursledon's crime rate in February 2024 rose 42.8% compared to January's 4.0 per 1,000.7% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This increase, while notable, is tempered by the area's consistently lower overall crime profile relative to national trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime every 29 days — a figure that, while representing a local monthly average, provides context for residents assessing personal risk. When scaled to the population, the 40 total crimes equate to one incident for every 174 residents over the month, a ratio that suggests the area's crime burden remains relatively light compared to larger urban centres. This monthly exposure metric, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, highlights the area's unique demographic and geographic characteristics, which likely contribute to its distinct crime patterns.