Bourne Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bourne’s overall crime rate in January 2024 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a significant 36.5% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This performance places the area among the safer communities in the country, a trend that has likely been reinforced by the area’s character as a relatively low-density built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial spaces. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 30% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (24.4%) and other theft (11.1%). These figures align with the seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may have contributed to a lower incidence of outdoor crimes typically associated with busier times of the year. However, the dominance of violent crime suggests that local factors, such as community dynamics or policing strategies, play a crucial role in shaping the area’s crime profile. The relatively low rate of property crimes, particularly shoplifting and burglary, may reflect the area’s quieter retail environment and effective local deterrents, though the sharp rise in burglary this month warrants closer examination. The data also highlights a consistent trend in Bourne’s crime picture: while violent crime remains a concern, the broader profile of crime is skewed towards lower-severity incidents, a pattern that may be influenced by the town’s demographic and geographic characteristics.

January 2024 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with burglary increasing by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents) and shoplifting tripling (from 2 to 6). These spikes may partly explain the overall month-on-month rise in crime, despite a 36.5% year-on-year reduction compared to the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 120%, reaching 22 incidents—though this remains below the UK average for similar offences. Conversely, drugs-related crimes fell by 50%, dropping from 2 to 1, a decline that aligns with seasonal patterns often seen post-holiday periods. Violence and sexual offences remained 46% below the UK average, with 27 incidents reported (1.4 per 1,000). This suggests that while certain categories rose, the area’s broader crime profile remains significantly safer than the national benchmark. Residents may find the sharp increase in burglary particularly concerning, as it indicates a potential vulnerability in local security measures.

Bourne’s crime rate in January 2024 rose 45.5% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.2 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This shift, while notable, remains 36.5% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of three reported incidents each day, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s generally safe environment. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 214 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in Bourne. When contextualised against the local population of 19,291, this suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. However, the month-on-month increase highlights the need for continued monitoring, particularly in light of the specific crime types that rose sharply. This data offers residents a tangible sense of the scale of crime, allowing them to assess their personal risk in relation to the broader community.