Bourne Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The most striking anomaly in May 2025 was the sudden emergence of drug-related crimes, which jumped from zero to one incident—a 100% increase. This unexpected rise contrasts with the broader trend of sustained low crime rates in Bourne, which recorded 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents, 46.9% below the UK average of 8.1. The area's built-up character within South Kesteven, likely featuring a mix of residential and commercial zones, appears to have contributed to its relatively safe profile. Violent and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, comprising 36 of 83 total incidents (43.4% of all crimes), a rate of 1.9 per 1,000—33% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed with 15 incidents (18.1%), and public order offences accounted for 8 cases (9.6%). Seasonal factors in May, such as bank holidays and extended evenings, may have influenced patterns of outdoor socialising, which could partly explain the persistence of violence despite the overall low rate. However, the absence of significant spikes in property crimes like burglary or vehicle crime—both of which declined from previous months—suggests that local initiatives or environmental factors may be maintaining this stability.

May 2025 saw three notable increases: drug-related crimes (from 0 to 1, +100%), vehicle crime (from 0 to 1, +100%), and bicycle theft (from 0 to 2, +100%). These jumps, though small in absolute terms, mark a departure from previous months when these categories were absent. Conversely, burglary fell by 71.4% (7 to 2), possibly reflecting improved security measures or seasonal shifts in criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 25% (20 to 15), aligning with the broader trend of lower crime rates. Violence and sexual offences remained low compared to the UK average, with a rate of 1.9 per 1,000 (33% below the UK’s 2.8). This contrast is particularly striking given the season’s potential to increase social interactions. Meanwhile, bicycle theft.1 per 1,000, was 25% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000—a figure that may warrant local scrutiny, especially if it correlates with cycling infrastructure or community events.

Bourne’s crime rate in May 2025 (4.3 per 1,000) marked a 13.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.0, reflecting a continuing downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day—a figure that, while seemingly modest, translates to one reported crime for every 232 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate underscores the rarity of criminal activity in a population of 19,291. When contextualised against the UK average, Bourne’s performance is markedly better: its violent crime rate is 33% below the national average, and anti-social behaviour rates are 44% lower. The decline in burglary and anti-social behaviour, combined with the absence of major spikes in property crimes, suggests that local conditions—possibly including community policing efforts or environmental design—may be fostering a safer environment. However, the sudden emergence of drug-related crimes and vehicle crime highlights the need for vigilance in addressing emerging issues, even within an otherwise low-crime area.