Bourne Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Bourne's crime picture in October 2025, accounting for 31.7% of all reported crimes. This category remains 51% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, suggesting a combination of local policing strategies and community engagement efforts may contribute to the lower rate. The area's overall crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents is 46.8% below the UK average of 7.7, reflecting a persistent trend of relative safety despite seasonal shifts. Vehicle crime, at 0.9 per 1,000, is 114% above the UK average, possibly linked to the area's commuter infrastructure and increased traffic during the transition to darker evenings. Anti-social behaviour, the third most common category at 15.2%, is 52% below the UK average, which may indicate effective community management of public spaces. October's shorter days and Halloween activities likely influence crime patterns, with increased police patrols during events mitigating some risks. The relatively low burglary rate (2.5% of total crimes) contrasts with the UK average, due to the built-up area's compact layout and community vigilance. These findings illustrate a combination of local characteristics and national trends, with Bourne maintaining a safer profile compared to the UK as a whole.

October 2025 saw a dramatic 157.1% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 7 to 18 incidents. This surge, which is 114% above the UK average, may be linked to increased traffic during the autumn transition and Halloween-related vehicle activity. Possession of weapons also rose sharply by 200%, with three incidents reported compared to one in September—a figure 186% above the UK average. This spike, while small in absolute terms, warrants attention given the potential risks to public safety. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 58.8% to seven incidents, likely due to seasonal retail patterns and increased security measures in local stores. Burglary decreased by 50% to two incidents, possibly reflecting the area's built-up nature and limited vacant properties. The violent crime category. of total crimes, remains 51% below the UK average, highlighting the effectiveness of local interventions. Residents may find the 31.7% share of violence and sexual offences particularly relevant, as this category directly impacts community safety perceptions.

Bourne's crime rate in October 2025 fell to 4.1 per 1,000 residents, a 24.6% decline from September's 5.4 rate. This downward trend positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with a crime rate 46.8% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly three crimes per day in October, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 244 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate—equivalent to a 1-in-244 chance for any resident—underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in this built-up area. When compared to the UK population of over 68 million, Bourne's 19,291 residents experience a crime rate that is significantly lower, suggesting a combination of local policing, community cohesion, and urban design factors. The 24.6% month-on-month decrease aligns with typical autumn patterns, where cooler weather and reduced daylight hours often correlate with lower crime rates. However, the sharp rise in vehicle crime and weapons possession highlights the need for targeted interventions in specific areas, even as the overall trend remains positive.