Crime Rate in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

The total recorded crimes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, UK in July 2025 are around 3,850 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole crime rate of 9.62 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 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, encompassing approximately 400,195 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (1171) incidents (18.76% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (1063) incidents (16.43% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (391) incidents (-12.33% decrease)
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Crime Hotspots

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

  • Theme/Adventure Park with total crimes: 39
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 38
  • Lansdowne Crescent with total crimes: 31

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Police Info:

Dorset Police

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Bournemouth Central (595 crimes), and the safest, Highcliffe & Walkford (23 crimes), is 572 crimes. This substantial difference indicates a significant disparity in safety across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Similarly, the area of Central Bournemouth (384 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Highcliffe & Walkford (18 crimes), with a difference of 366 crimes. This noticeable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Bournemouth Central595
Poole Town223
Boscombe West203
Westbourne & West Cliff189
East Cliff & Springbourne181

Safest Wards:

Mudeford, Stanpit & West Highcliffe42
Oakdale40
Broadstone33
East Southbourne & Tuckton31
Highcliffe & Walkford23

Most Dangerous Areas:

Central Bournemouth384
East Cliff330
Poole Town220
Boscombe West203
Branksome Park, Canford Cliffs & Sandbanks145

Safest Areas:

West Highcliffe25
Mudeford22
Oakdale West21
Merley18
Highcliffe & Walkford18

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole 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 1171 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1063 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (986 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (913 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (1086 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (893 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (991 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (817 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (981 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (676 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 867 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 574 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (935 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (497 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 927 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 552 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1038 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (648 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (1002 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (741 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (946 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (785 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (1213 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (939 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 2603 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 216.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 266 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025218
June 2025200
May 2025220
April 2025179
March 2025193
February 2025204
January 2025192
December 2024263
November 2024212
October 2024235
September 2024221
August 2024266

A total of 12143 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1011.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 1213 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251171
June 2025986
May 20251086
April 2025991
March 2025981
February 2025867
January 2025935
December 2024927
November 20241038
October 20241002
September 2024946
August 20241213

A total of 9098 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 758.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 1063 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251063
June 2025913
May 2025893
April 2025817
March 2025676
February 2025574
January 2025497
December 2024552
November 2024648
October 2024741
September 2024785
August 2024939

A total of 2844 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 237.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 271 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025230
June 2025192
May 2025243
April 2025218
March 2025235
February 2025243
January 2025221
December 2024248
November 2024271
October 2024252
September 2024230
August 2024261

A total of 2090 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 174.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 240 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025186
June 2025157
May 2025173
April 2025141
March 2025189
February 2025129
January 2025151
December 2024158
November 2024191
October 2024204
September 2024171
August 2024240

A total of 362 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202519
May 202532
April 202534
March 202535
February 202531
January 202535
December 202434
November 202427
October 202435
September 202425
August 202427

A total of 1565 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 130.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 185 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025138
June 2025101
May 2025118
April 2025124
March 2025152
February 2025100
January 2025107
December 2024122
November 2024123
October 2024159
September 2024136
August 2024185

A total of 280 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202533
June 202532
May 202535
April 202523
March 202514
February 202513
January 202519
December 202419
November 202424
October 202426
September 202421
August 202421

A total of 236 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202519
May 202525
April 202513
March 202513
February 202514
January 202510
December 202425
November 202424
October 202425
September 202420
August 202426

A total of 245 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202534
June 202521
May 202516
April 202517
March 202519
February 202532
January 202517
December 202421
November 20246
October 202422
September 202416
August 202424

A total of 672 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 56.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 104 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025104
June 202557
May 202559
April 202556
March 202539
February 202551
January 202536
December 202446
November 202451
October 202464
September 202464
August 202445

A total of 2446 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 203.83 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 320 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025183
June 2025135
May 2025158
April 2025178
March 2025207
February 2025179
January 2025175
December 2024222
November 2024184
October 2024263
September 2024320
August 2024242

A total of 3535 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 294.58 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 446 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025391
June 2025446
May 2025327
April 2025240
March 2025290
February 2025320
January 2025255
December 2024232
November 2024209
October 2024246
September 2024298
August 2024281

A total of 520 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 43.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 61 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202549
June 202541
May 202553
April 202547
March 202541
February 202536
January 202520
December 202430
November 202438
October 202446
September 202461
August 202458

High Crime Locations Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole postcode area is presented below.

1. Theme/Adventure Park (Map)
Total39
Violence and sexual offences16
Drugs8
Anti-social behaviour7
Other theft4
Possession of weapons2
Theft from the person1
Other crime1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total38
Shoplifting35
Public order3
3. Lansdowne Crescent (Map)
Total31
Anti-social behaviour16
Violence and sexual offences7
Drugs7
Robbery1
4. Avenue Lane (Map)
Total29
Shoplifting26
Bicycle theft2
Other crime1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total27
Anti-social behaviour15
Violence and sexual offences6
Theft from the person3
Other theft3
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total27
Shoplifting24
Possession of weapons3

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