Bursledon Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

July 2025 marked a notable shift in Bursledon's crime profile, with the overall crime rate rising 20.4% compared to June but remaining 11.6% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000 residents. The built-up area within Eastleigh saw a mix of seasonal influences and localized patterns, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 45.3% of all reported crimes—a significant share compared to the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000. This category's rate of 3.4 per 1,000 was 12% above the national benchmark, likely reflecting the area's summer activity, including festivals and extended evening hours that may heighten interactions in public spaces. Criminal damage and arson surged to 1.3 per 1,000, 113% above the UK average, suggesting potential links to increased outdoor events or property-related disputes during the peak tourist season. Public order offences, which rose sharply by 600% month-on-month, may correlate with the influx of visitors and the relaxed social atmosphere typical of summer. While anti-social behaviour dropped by 57.1%, this decline could be attributed to seasonal changes in community dynamics or increased policing presence during high-traffic periods. The area's lower-than-average rates for burglary (63% below UK) and theft from the person (33% below UK) suggest that Bursledon's compact, semi-urban character may offer greater security for personal property compared to more sprawling or densely populated regions. However, the combination of rising public order and criminal damage figures indicates a need for targeted strategies to manage summer-specific risks while maintaining the area's generally safer profile.

July 2025 witnessed stark month-on-month changes in Bursledon's crime profile, with public order offences increasing by 600%—from one incident to seven—potentially linked to the area's summer festival calendar and extended social hours. Criminal damage and arson, which had no reports in June, surged to nine cases, a 100% increase, suggesting possible connections to property-related tensions or deliberate acts during heightened community activity. Theft from the person also rose by 100%, marking a first for this category in the area. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 57.1%, and vehicle crime dropped by 50%, both likely reflecting reduced car usage during the summer months when public transport and cycling are more common. The area's violent crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 was 12% above the UK average, while public order offences were 56% above the national benchmark, highlighting localized challenges that may require tailored interventions. Anti-social behaviour remained 74% below the UK average, and burglary was 63% below, illustrating Bursledon's generally safer environment for residents despite the recent spikes in certain categories. These shifts underscore the importance of monitoring seasonal patterns and adapting community safety measures accordingly.

Bursledon's crime rate in July 2025 (7.6 per 1,000) was 20.4% higher than the previous month's rate of 6.3 per 1,000, reflecting the dynamic nature of seasonal crime trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that residents may find useful for contextualizing local safety. When scaled to the population of 6,971, this translates to one reported crime for every 132 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that, while slightly elevated compared to June, remains well below the UK average. The contrast between Bursledon's performance and the national benchmark is particularly stark in categories like anti-social behaviour, where the area's rate was 74% below the UK average, and burglary, which was 63% below. However, the surge in public order offences—now 56% above the UK average—highlights the need for localized strategies to address summer-specific challenges. This comparison underscores how Bursledon's semi-urban character, with its mix of residential and commercial spaces, creates a unique balance between community engagement and crime risk, requiring nuanced approaches to safety management.