Bourne Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Bourne’s crime rate stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, 37.3% below the UK average of 7.5. This built-up area within South Kesteven exhibited a pronounced imbalance between violent and property crimes, with 42 violent incidents (46.2% of total) compared to 28 property crimes. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, though they were 15% below the UK average for this type. Anti-social behaviour, at 16 incidents, also fell significantly short of the national rate. The seasonal context of November—marked by dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—likely contributed to the elevated proportion of violent crimes, as lower visibility and increased foot traffic in retail areas may have created conditions conducive to such offences. Property crime rates for categories like burglary and vehicle crime were far below UK averages, suggesting a low incidence of targeted theft. This contrast with the rise in anti-social behaviour may indicate a temporary reallocation of criminal activity, influenced by the closure of schools and the movement of populations during the holiday period. The area’s relatively low crime rate, despite the seasonal spike in violence, underscores the effectiveness of local policing and community engagement efforts, though the shift in crime types warrants continued monitoring.

November saw a sharp 300% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 4 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in possession of weapons, suggests a possible reallocation of criminal activity towards less visible, opportunistic offences. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 60%, and burglary dropped by the same margin, indicating a shift away from more targeted crimes. Violent crime, however, remained the dominant category, accounting for 46.2% of all incidents—significantly below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.6 per 1,000). The proportion of violent crimes compared to property crimes (42 vs 28) marks a notable departure from earlier months, with anti-social behaviour also rising by 60% to 16 incidents. This shift may reflect the impact of dark evenings and the approach of Bonfire Night, which could have increased tensions in public spaces.

Bourne’s crime rate in November 2023 rose by 8.5% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.4 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects shifts in local activity patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 212 residents, a statistic that highlights the relative rarity of crime in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 19,291, the monthly exposure remains low compared to national benchmarks. The rise in violent crime, particularly in anti-social behaviour, contrasts with the continued decline in property-related offences such as burglary and vehicle crime. These trends suggest a temporary reallocation of criminal activity rather than a systemic shift, potentially influenced by seasonal factors like reduced daylight and holiday shopping dynamics.