Barton on Sea Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Barton on Sea’s crime rate in July 2023 stood at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 60.2% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. For a population of 7,309, this translates to 24 total crimes—a figure that underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile despite its status as a built-up part of the New Forest. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (29.2% of total incidents), followed by burglary (25.0%) and criminal damage and arson (16.7%). The seasonal context of July—characterised by school holidays, peak tourism, and festivals—likely contributed to fluctuations in crime patterns. For instance, the rise in anti-social behaviour and burglary may reflect increased foot traffic and unsecured properties during the summer. However, the area’s violent crime rate (1.0 per 1,000) remained lower than the UK average, which could be attributed to the town’s smaller population and lower density compared to urban centres. Conversely, burglary rates in Barton on Sea exceeded UK averages by 142%, a figure that may be explained by the area’s proximity to rural zones, where property crime can be more prevalent. The data also shows that drugs-related crimes, though a small proportion of total incidents, were 82% above the UK average, suggesting a localised issue that requires further analysis.

July 2023 saw significant month-on-month increases in anti-social behaviour (+200%), burglary (+100%), and drug-related crimes (+100%), with anti-social behaviour tripling from 1 to 3 incidents. These spikes suggest a shift in crime dynamics, potentially linked to the summer season and increased foot traffic in the area. While violent crimes accounted for 29.2% of total incidents, they remained 64% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Conversely, burglary rates in Barton on Sea (0.8 per 1,000) were 142% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the area’s overall low crime rate. This discrepancy may reflect the town’s proximity to the New Forest, where property crime can be influenced by transient populations or unsecured rural properties. The decrease in public order offences (-50%) to just 1 incident highlights a potential reduction in incidents typically associated with alcohol-related disputes.

In July 2023, Barton on Sea recorded 24 crimes across its population of 7,309 residents, translating to 1 reported crime for every 305 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in the area compared to the UK average. The daily crime count for July was approximately 1 crime per day, a figure that reflects the small population size and the area's character as a built-up part of the New Forest. While this rate is lower than many urban centres, the data shows that certain crime types—such as burglary—exceeded UK averages by 142%, indicating specific local challenges. The previous month’s crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 residents rose to 3.3 per 1,000 in July, a 33.3% increase. This uptick, though modest, may reflect seasonal factors such as the summer tourism peak, which can influence both crime patterns and police visibility in the area.