Crime in Burton & Grange: statistics, rates and trends
692 crimes were recorded in Burton & Grange in the 12 months to July 2026, 75.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Burton & Grange at a glance
- Crime trends in Burton & Grange
- Types of crime in Burton & Grange
- Burton & Grange compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Burton & Grange
- What happened after crimes were reported in Burton & Grange
- Population and deprivation in Burton & Grange
- Questions about crime in Burton & Grange
- About this data
692 crimes were recorded in Burton & Grange in the 12 months to July 2026, 75.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 265 reports (38% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Burton & Grange has the 2,022nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Burton & Grange | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 692 | 35,434 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 75.1 | 86.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -2% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 9,215 | 408,967 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Burton & Grange was highest in the year to July 2018 (931 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (692). Over the whole period it fell 26%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 692 | 75.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 708 | 76.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 895 | 97.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 928 | 100.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 755 | 81.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 902 | 97.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 859 | 93.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 835 | 90.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 931 | 101.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 76 |
| June 2026 | 82 |
| May 2026 | 46 |
| April 2026 | 48 |
| March 2026 | 57 |
| February 2026 | 73 |
| January 2026 | 66 |
| December 2025 | 51 |
| November 2025 | 34 |
| October 2025 | 56 |
| September 2025 | 52 |
| August 2025 | 51 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Burton & Grange over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+72%) and anti-social behaviour (+61%). The largest falls were in public order (-45%) and shoplifting (-42%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 265 | 28.8 | 0.84 | +8% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 151 | 16.4 | 1.07 | +61% |
| Shoplifting | 88 | 9.5 | 1.15 | -42% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 50 | 5.4 | 0.80 | -15% |
| Vehicle crime | 43 | 4.7 | 0.95 | +72% |
| Other theft | 34 | 3.7 | 0.58 | -17% |
| Public order | 23 | 2.5 | 0.38 | -45% |
| Burglary | 14 | 1.5 | 0.43 | -30% |
| Other crime | 7 | 0.8 | 0.36 | -53% |
| Drugs | 6 | 0.7 | 0.20 | +20% |
| Robbery | 6 | 0.7 | 0.48 | +100% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.3 | 0.34 | +50% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.2 | 0.26 | -33% |
Violence and sexual offences in Burton & Grange
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Burton & Grange recorded 265 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (28.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 38.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Burton & Grange
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Burton & Grange recorded 151 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 61% on the year before. It made up 21.8% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Burton & Grange
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Burton & Grange recorded 88 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 12.7% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Burton & Grange
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Burton & Grange recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Burton & Grange
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Burton & Grange recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 72% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Burton & Grange
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Burton & Grange recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Burton & Grange
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Burton & Grange recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 45% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Burton & Grange
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Burton & Grange recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Burton & Grange
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Burton & Grange recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 53% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Burton & Grange
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Burton & Grange recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Burton & Grange
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Burton & Grange recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Burton & Grange
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Burton & Grange recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Burton & Grange
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Burton & Grange recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Burton & Grange, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Burton & Grange.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Burton & Grange |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch Town | 868 | 85.4 | +14% |
| Mudeford, Stanpit & West Highcliffe | 398 | 36.0 | -52% |
| Commons | 627 | 60.2 | -20% |
| East Southbourne & Tuckton | 498 | 51.4 | -32% |
| West Southbourne | 472 | 50.9 | -32% |
| Highcliffe & Walkford | 227 | 24.8 | -67% |
| Littledown & Iford | 695 | 69.6 | -7% |
| Boscombe East & Pokesdown | 911 | 78.8 | +5% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Burton & Grange over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 85 |
| On or near Supermarket | 73 |
| On or near Hunt Road | 34 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 32 |
| On or near Court Close | 23 |
| On or near Dorset Road | 20 |
| On or near Hillary Road | 20 |
| On or near Campion Grove | 18 |
| On or near Coleridge Green | 16 |
| On or near The Strete | 14 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Burton & Grange over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 192 | 27.7% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 185 | 26.7% |
| Not recorded | 151 | 21.8% |
| Under investigation | 72 | 10.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 22 | 3.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 17 | 2.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 16 | 2.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 16 | 2.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 7 | 1.0% |
| Local resolution | 7 | 1.0% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 2 | 0.3% |
Burton & Grange has an estimated population of 9,215. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Burton & Grange sits in decile 4.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Burton & Grange |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 59.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 61.1% |
| Social rented homes | 28.1% |
| Private rented homes | 10.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.3 |
Is Burton & Grange a safe place to live?
Burton & Grange recorded 75.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Burton & Grange?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 265 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (151).
Is crime in Burton & Grange going up or down?
Recorded crime in Burton & Grange was down 2% on the year before: 692 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 708 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Burton & Grange?
Burton & Grange is policed by Dorset. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Burton & Grange. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.