Bourne Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 19,291, Bourne recorded 70 crimes in April 2024, translating to a crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 53.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a stark contrast to national trends. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (30% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (15.7%) and vehicle crime (11.4%). These patterns may reflect the area's character as a smaller, built-up district with a lower density of commercial or nightlife activity, which typically drives higher rates of certain crimes. Seasonal factors also played a role: the Easter period and spring weather likely influenced outdoor activity levels, potentially affecting public order offences and vehicle-related incidents. Violence and sexual offences, while the most frequent category, remained 57% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community factors that reduce violent crime. Anti-social behaviour, which fell 51% below the UK rate, may be linked to community cohesion or targeted initiatives. Vehicle crime, though rising sharply, still remained 15% below the UK average, indicating a generally lower prevalence of such incidents in Bourne compared to larger urban areas. The overall crime picture illustrates a relatively safe environment, with rates that are consistently below national benchmarks across multiple categories, including public order, theft, and criminal damage. This suggests that local conditions—such as a smaller population, lower commercial density, or proactive community engagement—may contribute to the area's lower crime levels, though further analysis would be needed to confirm specific causal links.

April 2024 saw a 100% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 0 to 8 reported incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with a 75% decline in public order offences, which fell from 4 to 7. Meanwhile, drugs-related crimes dropped by 75% (from 4 to 1), and possession of weapons fell by 50% (from 2 to 1). These shifts highlight a mixed picture in crime patterns, with vehicle crime emerging as a notable concern. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most frequent category (30% of all crimes), remained 57% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also fell significantly, 51% below the UK rate. The decline in drugs-related crimes may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced social gatherings during Easter, while the increase in vehicle crime could be linked to spring weather encouraging outdoor activity or changes in local traffic patterns. Residents may find the 57% deficit in violence and sexual offences particularly reassuring, as it suggests a safer environment compared to national trends.

Bourne's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 3.6 per 1,000 residents, a 23.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.7. This decline places the area well below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, highlighting a consistent trend of lower crime levels compared to national benchmarks. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the relatively small population of 19,291. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime was reported for roughly every 276 residents over the course of April. This statistic provides context for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is significantly lower than in larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective further underscores Bourne's position as a relatively safe area, with crime levels that remain consistently below the UK average across multiple categories, including violent crime and anti-social behaviour. This contrast with national trends may be influenced by local factors such as community engagement, infrastructure, and the area's character as a smaller, built-up district within South Kesteven.