Bursledon Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Bursledon's overall crime rate for February 2026 stood at 3.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a significant 43.8% reduction compared to the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This figure reflects a continued trend of declining crime in the area, though seasonal factors may influence the trajectory. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 60% of all reported crimes (15 incidents), followed by other theft (16%) and anti-social behaviour (8%). The relatively low rate of violent crime compared to the UK average (2.2 per 1,000 vs. 2.3 per 1,000) suggests effective local measures or demographic characteristics that may contribute to this outcome. February, as a winter month with reduced outdoor activity, likely aligns with a pre-spring lull in crime. Property crimes, though lower in absolute numbers (8 incidents), represent a smaller share of total crimes than violent offences, indicating a shift in crime patterns compared to previous months. The breakdown also highlights that anti-social behaviour rates are 67% below the UK average, which may be linked to community engagement initiatives or the area's character as a built-up residential zone with limited commercial activity. These figures, while encouraging, should be contextualised within the broader picture of local policing strategies and community dynamics.

February 2026 saw a 21.1% decrease in violence and sexual offences compared to January, falling from 19 to 15 incidents. This decline, though modest, may be attributed to seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic in retail areas or the absence of major public events typically held in the region. Conversely, other theft increased by 100% (from 2 to 4 incidents), a sharp rise that could indicate targeted activity in specific locations such as residential properties or local businesses. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 50%, dropping from 4 to 2 incidents, a reduction that may reflect successful interventions by local authorities or changes in community behaviour during the winter months. Bursledon's rate of other theft (0.6 per 1,000) is 43% above the UK average (0.4 per 1,000), highlighting a unique challenge in this category. This discrepancy could be linked to the area's proximity to Eastleigh's commercial hubs, where transient populations might contribute to opportunistic theft. Meanwhile, burglary and criminal damage and arson both show mixed trends: burglary is 20% above the UK average, while criminal damage and arson are 35% below. These divergent outcomes suggest that while some crime types are being managed effectively, others require targeted attention.

Bursledon's crime rate in February 2026 (3.6 per 1,000) represents a 32.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.3 per 1,000, a significant improvement that may be attributed to ongoing policing efforts or seasonal factors. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day during February, a figure that, while low, underscores the importance of consistent monitoring. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 279 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average when adjusted for population density. With a population of 6,971, the localised nature of crime in Bursledon means that individual residents are statistically less likely to be directly affected than in more densely populated areas. This comparative safety, however, does not eliminate the need for vigilance, particularly in categories such as other theft, which remain above the UK average. The contrast between Bursledon's performance in different crime categories—such as the 67% shortfall in anti-social behaviour versus the 43% excess in other theft—illustrates the complexity of local crime dynamics. These figures provide a nuanced picture of community safety that should inform both public awareness and targeted interventions.