Bourne Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2024, Bourne recorded a total of 91 crimes, translating to a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents—39% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This places the area among the safer built-up regions in the country. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.9% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.5%) and criminal damage and arson (11.0%). These figures align with the area’s character as a mixed-use town with a strong community focus, where anti-social behaviour may be influenced by the seasonal transition of September, marked by back-to-school activities and the start of university freshers’ week. The relatively low rate of property crimes, including shoplifting (0.1 per 1,000) and burglary (0.1 per 1,000), suggests that the area’s compact layout and community policing efforts may contribute to a sense of security. However, the sharp rise in other theft—particularly the 150% increase—raises questions about potential gaps in local crime prevention strategies, such as unsecured property or targeted theft in specific locations. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, remains subject to seasonal influences, with the arrival of autumn affecting both resident and visitor activity patterns in the area.

The most striking shift in September 2024 was the 150% increase in other theft, which rose from two to five reported incidents. This surge contrasts sharply with an 80% decline in shoplifting, which fell from five to one. The shift in crime mix also reveals a notable trend: violent crimes, which account for 42.9% of all incidents, remain significantly below the UK average (24% below), while property-related crimes—particularly vehicle crime and other theft—showed marked fluctuations. Other theft’s rise to 5.5 per 1,000 residents, up from 0.3 per 1,000 in August, highlights a potential vulnerability in unsecured assets or personal property. Meanwhile, violent crimes—driven by violence and sexual offences—remained 24% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Bourne’s generally lower crime profile. Residents may find the sharp drop in shoplifting, possibly linked to seasonal retail activity or increased policing in high-traffic areas, particularly relevant to their daily lives.

Bourne's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 7.1% decrease from August’s 5.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the area’s consistently lower-than-average crime profile, which is 39% below the UK’s 7.7 per 1,000. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 212 residents, reflecting a relatively low monthly exposure compared to national trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the local population. With a population of 19,291, the crime statistics suggest that most residents are not directly affected by crime on a regular basis, though localised patterns—such as the sharp rise in other theft—warrant attention. The reduction in overall crime rate may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the transition from summer to autumn, which could impact community activity and policing priorities in the area.