Bourne Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bourne's overall crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents in January 2025 represents a substantial 31% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This marked improvement aligns with the seasonal context of January, a post-holiday period characterised by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which typically curtail outdoor activity and associated crimes. The two most prevalent crime categories were violence and sexual offences (31 cases) and anti-social behaviour (31 cases), though the former category remained 36% below the UK average. This divergence from national trends suggests local factors—such as community engagement initiatives or demographic characteristics—may play a role in dampening violent crime rates. Property crimes accounted for only 18.9% of total incidents, contrasting with the UK's higher proportion of property-related offences. The low rate of shoplifting (5 cases) and other theft (3 cases) further reinforces the area's relative safety compared to national benchmarks. While anti-social behaviour remains a local concern, its 63% excess over the UK average warrants closer examination of underlying social dynamics. The seasonal transition from December's holiday peak to January's quieter rhythm likely contributes to this pattern, though the absence of significant spikes in property crime indicates effective local policing or environmental design measures. This data underscores Bourne's position as a relatively low-crime area, with targeted efforts to address anti-social behaviour potentially offering opportunities for further improvement.

January 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences surging by 120% (5 to 11 cases) and burglary doubling from zero to two incidents. These increases contrast with significant declines in other theft (a 66.7% drop from 9 to 3 cases) and other crime (a 60% reduction from 5 to 2 cases). The surge in public order offences may reflect heightened community tensions or specific local events, though the absence of additional data prevents definitive attribution. Anti-social behaviour remains a persistent challenge, with its rate 63% above the UK average (1.6 vs 1.0 per 1,000). Conversely, shoplifting fell sharply to 0.3 per 1,000 (5 cases), 52% below the UK average, potentially linked to reduced retail activity during the post-holiday period. The contrast between rising public order offences and falling property crimes highlights a shifting crime mix, with violence and sexual offences (31 cases) remaining the most common category. This 32.6% share of total crimes underscores the need for targeted interventions in violent crime prevention, despite the category's 36% below-average rate. Residents should note that while overall crime remains low, vigilance around anti-social behaviour and public order issues is warranted given their above-average trends.

Bourne's crime rate in January 2025 (4.9 per 1,000) marked a 9.1% increase from the previous month's 4.5 per 1,000, reflecting a slight uptick in criminal activity despite remaining well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 95 incidents within the local rhythm of a small built-up area. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 203 residents—a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relatively low frequency of criminal activity in this community. When compared to the UK's average of 7.1 per 1,000, Bourne's performance underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies, particularly in areas like shoplifting and burglary where rates are significantly below national levels. However, the 9.1% monthly increase suggests that recent trends may require monitoring, especially given the rise in public order offences. This data also illustrates the nuanced nature of local crime patterns: while overall rates remain low, the 63% excess in anti-social behaviour over the UK average indicates specific challenges that may warrant tailored responses. The population-scaled perspective—1 in 203 residents experiencing a crime monthly—provides a tangible measure of safety that contrasts with the UK's higher exposure rates, reinforcing Bourne's position as a relatively secure area within a national context of fluctuating crime trends.