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 January 2026 are around 2,674 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole crime rate of 6.68 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 Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (876) incidents (-6.61% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (554) incidents (3.94% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (253) incidents (18.78% increase)
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Crime Hotspots

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

  • Pine Road with total crimes: 43
  • Lansdowne Crescent with total crimes: 30
  • Yarrow Road with total crimes: 27

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 (396 crimes), and the safest, Highcliffe & Walkford (15 crimes), is 381 crimes. This noticeable difference indicates a clear disparity in safety across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Similarly, the area of Central Bournemouth (266 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Mudeford (11 crimes), with a difference of 255 crimes. This noticeable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Bournemouth Central396
Poole Town189
Boscombe West163
Newtown & Heatherlands150
East Cliff & Springbourne140

Safest Wards:

Broadstone32
Mudeford, Stanpit & West Highcliffe29
Redhill & Northbourne27
East Southbourne & Tuckton27
Highcliffe & Walkford15

Most Dangerous Areas:

Central Bournemouth266
East Cliff222
Poole Town183
Boscombe West163
Winton98

Safest Areas:

Iford20
Jumpers Common & Fairmile19
Merley15
Highcliffe & Walkford12
Mudeford11

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (876 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (554 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 938 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 533 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (847 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (626 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (843 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (730 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (902 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (739 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (1002 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (912 incidents).

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.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 9030 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 752.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 1063 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026554
December 2025533
November 2025626
October 2025730
September 2025739
August 2025912
July 20251063
June 2025913
May 2025893
April 2025817
March 2025676
February 2025574

A total of 757 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 63.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 104 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202661
December 202542
November 202584
October 202579
September 202569
August 202556
July 2025104
June 202557
May 202559
April 202556
March 202539
February 202551

A total of 230 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202611
December 202522
November 202515
October 20259
September 202514
August 202520
July 202534
June 202521
May 202516
April 202517
March 202519
February 202532

A total of 293 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.42 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202624
December 202528
November 202527
October 202520
September 202521
August 202523
July 202533
June 202532
May 202535
April 202523
March 202514
February 202513

A total of 3461 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 288.42 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 446 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026253
December 2025213
November 2025249
October 2025204
September 2025298
August 2025230
July 2025391
June 2025446
May 2025327
April 2025240
March 2025290
February 2025320

A total of 2247 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 187.25 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 257 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026209
December 2025257
November 2025190
October 2025187
September 2025157
August 2025207
July 2025183
June 2025135
May 2025158
April 2025178
March 2025207
February 2025179

A total of 11490 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 957.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 1171 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026876
December 2025938
November 2025847
October 2025843
September 2025902
August 20251002
July 20251171
June 2025986
May 20251086
April 2025991
March 2025981
February 2025867

A total of 2560 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 213.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 243 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026213
December 2025223
November 2025181
October 2025195
September 2025163
August 2025224
July 2025230
June 2025192
May 2025243
April 2025218
March 2025235
February 2025243

A total of 2379 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 198.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 220 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026180
December 2025216
November 2025184
October 2025210
September 2025160
August 2025215
July 2025218
June 2025200
May 2025220
April 2025179
March 2025193
February 2025204

A total of 331 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.58 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202625
December 202524
November 202536
October 202522
September 202521
August 202524
July 202528
June 202519
May 202532
April 202534
March 202535
February 202531

A total of 1356 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 113.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 152 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026109
December 2025102
November 202595
October 2025112
September 2025100
August 2025105
July 2025138
June 2025101
May 2025118
April 2025124
March 2025152
February 2025100

A total of 501 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 41.75 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202634
December 202546
November 202526
October 202542
September 202526
August 202560
July 202549
June 202541
May 202553
April 202547
March 202541
February 202536

A total of 200 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202620
December 202512
November 202514
October 202518
September 202516
August 202514
July 202522
June 202519
May 202525
April 202513
March 202513
February 202514

A total of 1744 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 145.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 189 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026105
December 2025134
November 2025116
October 2025130
September 2025129
August 2025155
July 2025186
June 2025157
May 2025173
April 2025141
March 2025189
February 2025129

High Crime Locations Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole in January 2026

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

1. Pine Road (Map)
Total43
Shoplifting43
2. Lansdowne Crescent (Map)
Total30
Anti-social behaviour21
Violence and sexual offences5
Possession of weapons2
Drugs2
3. Yarrow Road (Map)
Total27
Anti-social behaviour18
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson3
4. Avenue Lane (Map)
Total24
Shoplifting18
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order2
5. Westby Road (Map)
Total21
Anti-social behaviour9
Violence and sexual offences6
Vehicle crime3
Public order3
6. Lansdowne Lane (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft3

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