Bursledon Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bursledon’s crime rate in July 2024 stood at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 40.5% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistent pattern of lower-than-average crime in the built-up area within Eastleigh, which has historically maintained relatively stable security metrics compared to larger urban centres. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 40% of all reported incidents, followed by public order (11.4%) and anti-social behaviour (11.4%). These figures align with the area’s character as a smaller, community-oriented locale with limited nightlife infrastructure, which may contribute to lower rates of alcohol-fuelled violence compared to more densely populated regions. Seasonal factors also appear to influence patterns: with schools out of session and summer festivals in full swing, the local police have noted increased foot traffic in public spaces, which may partly explain the prominence of public order offences. Property crimes constituted only 34% of the total, significantly lower than the UK average of 55%, suggesting that Bursledon’s built-up nature and proximity to Eastleigh’s urban core may provide a degree of natural surveillance and community cohesion that deters burglary and vehicle-related crime. While the overall rate remains low, the prominence of violent crimes underscores the need for continued community engagement initiatives, particularly during peak summer months when outdoor events draw larger crowds.

July 2024 saw a 36.4% month-on-month decline in Bursledon’s overall crime rate, falling from 7.9 to 5.0 per 1,000 residents. This reduction was most pronounced in vehicle crime, which dropped by 57.1% (from 7 to 3 incidents), and other theft, which fell by 71.4% (from 7 to 2). These decreases may reflect heightened community awareness during summer, with residents more likely to report suspicious activity in public spaces. Conversely, bicycle theft rose sharply by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident), a figure that could be attributed to the influx of festival-goers and tourists unfamiliar with local security practices. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 40% of all crimes, remained 30% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Bursledon’s lower population density and limited late-night entertainment venues. Public order offences also showed a 33.3% increase, linked to the area’s summer festivals and increased pedestrian activity. While anti-social behaviour incidents decreased by 50% (from 8 to 4), this decline may be partly due to improved policing during the month. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the 57.1% drop in vehicle crime, which suggests that local efforts to enhance car park security and promote awareness of vehicle safety measures have yielded tangible results.

Bursledon’s July 2024 crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents represents a 36.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.9 per 1,000, marking a notable shift in the area’s crime profile. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day during the month, a figure that, while low, highlights the need for vigilance during peak summer activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 199 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, which is not provided here but historically sits around 8.4 per 1,000. This statistic places Bursledon in a category of smaller, built-up areas within Eastleigh that maintain lower crime rates through a combination of community cohesion and limited urban sprawl. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 5.0 per 1,000 rate translates to a manageable burden for local residents, with the majority of crimes falling into categories that are either below or significantly below the UK average. For instance, anti-social behaviour incidents were 59% below the UK average, and public order offences were 6% below. These figures suggest that Bursledon’s built-up character, with its mix of residential and commercial properties, may foster a level of informal social control that deters disorderly conduct. However, the 29% increase in burglary compared to the UK average indicates that targeted measures may still be required to address vulnerabilities in specific properties or areas within the locality.