Bourne Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bourne's July 2023 crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents places it 43.4% below the UK average of 8.3, illustrating a consistently safer environment compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.4% of all crimes, making them the most prevalent category, followed by other theft (15.4%) and anti-social behaviour (13.2%). This distribution suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts and property-related incidents, with violent crime rates remaining lower than the UK average. The seasonal context of July—peak summer with schools out, tourism, and festivals—may partly explain the higher proportion of violent crimes, as outdoor events and increased social interactions could contribute to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences were both significantly below UK averages, at 58% and 52% respectively, reflecting the area's community-oriented policing strategies or lower population density compared to major urban centres. Meanwhile, property crimes like shoplifting and burglary remained below national benchmarks, though the 400% increase in burglary cases highlights a specific concern requiring attention. The overall picture suggests Bourne maintains a safer profile than the UK average, with crime patterns influenced by both local initiatives and seasonal dynamics.

July 2023 saw a 400% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 5, a stark contrast to the 50% decline in bicycle theft and drug-related crimes. This shift in property crime trends may partly explain the 21.3% rise in overall crime rates compared to June. Violent crimes, however, remained 35% below the UK average at 1.8 per 1,000, despite accounting for 37.4% of all reported crimes in Bourne. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 20% from 15 to 12 cases, suggesting local efforts or seasonal factors may have influenced this reduction. Vehicle crime doubled from 0 to 2 incidents, though this remains 79% below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with some categories aligning closely with national trends while others deviate significantly.

Bourne's crime rate in July 2023 rose by 21.3% compared to June 2023, moving from 3.9 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains significantly below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. Locally, 3 crimes were reported daily on average, translating to one reported crime for every 212 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure contextualises the rate within the population size of 19,291, illustrating that the likelihood of experiencing crime is relatively low compared to the national picture. The population-scaled perspective shows that Bourne's residents face a crime risk roughly half that of the UK average, though the upward trend from June suggests ongoing monitoring is warranted. Daily crime counts remain low, but the 21.3% increase highlights a shift in patterns that may reflect seasonal activity, such as festivals or increased foot traffic during peak summer.