Crime Rate in Parkstone: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Parkstone

The total recorded crimes in Parkstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, UK in July 2025 are around 76 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Parkstone crime rate of 3.10 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Parkstone, encompassing approximately 24,477 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (24) incidents (41.18% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (45.45% increase)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (350.00% increase)
Parkstone Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Chalice Close with total crimes: 8
  • Old School Close with total crimes: 7
  • Municipal Road with total crimes: 6

How safe is Parkstone?

To understand the safety of Parkstone, we need to analyze Parkstone crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole:

    • In 2024, Parkstone demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole average, with 891 crimes compared to 1353.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Parkstone recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 32 other areas in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

    • In 2023, Parkstone had fewer crimes than the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole average, with 761 crimes compared to 1,190. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Parkstone recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 32 other areas in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Parkstone has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Parkstone Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Parkstone has recorded 76 crimes with crime rate of 3.10 ranking 20th out of 32 in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, UK

In 2024, the total Parkstone crimes were 891. The crime rate of Parkstone in 2024 was 36.40 (year) or 3.03 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

In 2023, the total crimes in Parkstone were around 761 crimes with yearly crime rate of 31.09 (year) or 2.59 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Parkstone)CrimesRank (Parkstone)CrimesRank (Parkstone)
Bournemouth Central595 16,661 14,127 1
Poole Town223 22,836 22,728 2
East Cliff & Springbourne181 52,700 32,618 3
Boscombe West203 32,541 42,251 4
Westbourne & West Cliff189 42,095 71,744 7
Kinson144 102,139 51,939 5
Newtown & Heatherlands153 82,111 61,919 6
Muscliff & Strouden Park178 61,540 101,465 8
Winton East157 71,698 91,406 9
Alderney & Bourne Valley130 121,736 81,402 10
Canford Cliffs145 91,084 151,119 14
Talbot & Branksome Woods132 111,279 121,312 11
Hamworthy105 141,351 111,229 12
Canford Heath107 131,024 171,128 13
Wallisdown & Winton West98 161,168 131,069 15
Christchurch Town98 171,099 14914 18
Queen's Park99 15900 20755 22
Burton & Grange61 26919 19939 16
Boscombe East & Pokesdown89 181,037 16932 17
Bearwood & Merley83 191,019 18837 19
Littledown & Iford70 21884 22827 20
Commons68 22635 25540 28
Penn Hill63 25746 23703 23
West Southbourne64 23579 27604 27
Moordown63 24553 28689 24
Creekmoor54 27651 24686 25
Oakdale40 30608 26639 26
Redhill & Northbourne53 28518 30429 30
East Southbourne & Tuckton31 32540 29524 29
Mudeford, Stanpit & West Highcliffe42 29422 31395 31
Broadstone33 31359 32305 33
Highcliffe & Walkford23 33341 33349 32

Parkstone Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 226 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.83 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202524
June 202517
May 202520
April 202512
March 202522
February 202512
January 202515
December 202430
November 202417
October 202420
September 202416
August 202421

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
March 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 50 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20252
April 20255
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253
December 20246
November 20244
October 20244
September 20245
August 20248

A total of 62 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20252
May 20256
April 20253
March 20257
February 20255
January 20255
December 20242
November 20243
October 20246
September 20245
August 20249

A total of 63 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20255
April 20257
March 20253
February 20255
January 20257
December 20245
November 20247
October 20247
September 20243
August 20246

A total of 64 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20256
April 202513
March 20254
February 20252
January 20253
December 20248
November 202410
October 20244
September 20244
August 20246

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 29 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20254
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
November 20242
October 20246
August 20245

A total of 152 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 202511
May 202520
April 20257
March 202511
February 20259
January 202510
December 202412
November 202416
October 202414
September 202412
August 202414

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
April 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
August 20244

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20257
April 20255
March 20252
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20249

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242

High Crime Locations Parkstone in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Parkstone postcode area is presented below.

1. Chalice Close (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order2
Burglary1
2. Old School Close (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Municipal Road (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
4. Park Road (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Possession of weapons3
6. Willow Park (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Danecourt Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
8. Furzey Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Kingsbridge Road (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sandringham Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1

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