Crime in Redhill & Northbourne: statistics, rates and trends
462 crimes were recorded in Redhill & Northbourne in the 12 months to July 2026, 45.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Redhill & Northbourne at a glance
- Crime trends in Redhill & Northbourne
- Types of crime in Redhill & Northbourne
- Redhill & Northbourne compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Redhill & Northbourne
- What happened after crimes were reported in Redhill & Northbourne
- Population and deprivation in Redhill & Northbourne
- Questions about crime in Redhill & Northbourne
- About this data
462 crimes were recorded in Redhill & Northbourne in the 12 months to July 2026, 45.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 156 reports (34% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Redhill & Northbourne has the 3,213th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Redhill & Northbourne | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 462 | 35,434 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 45.7 | 86.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -3% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 10,106 | 408,967 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Redhill & Northbourne was highest in the year to July 2021 (683 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (439). Over the whole period it fell 13%, 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 | 462 | 45.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 474 | 46.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 439 | 43.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 465 | 46.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 579 | 57.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 683 | 67.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 532 | 52.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 593 | 58.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 529 | 52.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 33 |
| June 2026 | 37 |
| May 2026 | 26 |
| April 2026 | 43 |
| March 2026 | 34 |
| February 2026 | 33 |
| January 2026 | 27 |
| December 2025 | 39 |
| November 2025 | 46 |
| October 2025 | 44 |
| September 2025 | 53 |
| August 2025 | 47 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Redhill & Northbourne 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 (+38%) and anti-social behaviour (+30%).
The largest falls were in public order (-19%) and criminal damage and arson (-16%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 156 | 15.4 | 0.45 | -14% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 105 | 10.4 | 0.68 | +30% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 47 | 4.7 | 0.69 | -16% |
| Vehicle crime | 47 | 4.7 | 0.94 | +38% |
| Other theft | 29 | 2.9 | 0.45 | +21% |
| Public order | 29 | 2.9 | 0.43 | -19% |
| Burglary | 24 | 2.4 | 0.67 | +50% |
| Drugs | 11 | 1.1 | 0.33 | -15% |
| Other crime | 8 | 0.8 | 0.37 | +0% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.36 | -40% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.2 | 0.20 | -67% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.07 | -67% |
Violence and sexual offences in Redhill & Northbourne
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Redhill & Northbourne recorded 156 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 33.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Redhill & Northbourne
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Redhill & Northbourne recorded 105 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 22.7% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Redhill & Northbourne
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Redhill & Northbourne recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 10.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Redhill & Northbourne
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Redhill & Northbourne recorded 47 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 38% on the year before. It made up 10.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Redhill & Northbourne
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Redhill & Northbourne recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Redhill & Northbourne
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Redhill & Northbourne recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Redhill & Northbourne
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Redhill & Northbourne recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Redhill & Northbourne
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Redhill & Northbourne recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Redhill & Northbourne
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Redhill & Northbourne recorded 8 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 almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Redhill & Northbourne
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Redhill & Northbourne recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Redhill & Northbourne
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Redhill & Northbourne recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Redhill & Northbourne
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Redhill & Northbourne recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Redhill & Northbourne, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Redhill & Northbourne.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Redhill & Northbourne |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wallisdown & Winton West | 1,020 | 93.3 | +104% |
| Kinson | 1,744 | 98.8 | +116% |
| Moordown | 526 | 49.8 | +9% |
| Winton East | 1,539 | 124.1 | +171% |
| Talbot & Branksome Woods | 1,020 | 70.5 | +54% |
| Muscliff & Strouden Park | 1,573 | 89.6 | +96% |
| Alderney & Bourne Valley | 1,346 | 80.1 | +75% |
| Queen's Park | 732 | 61.4 | +34% |
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 Redhill & Northbourne over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Beswick Gardens | 48 |
| On or near Gillam Road | 23 |
| On or near Samantha Close | 22 |
| On or near Pavan Gardens | 17 |
| On or near Columbia Gardens | 15 |
| On or near St Boniface Gardens | 15 |
| On or near Leedam Road | 12 |
| On or near Western Close | 12 |
| On or near Northbourne Gardens | 11 |
| On or near Columbia Road | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Redhill & Northbourne 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 127 | 27.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 123 | 26.6% |
| Not recorded | 105 | 22.7% |
| Under investigation | 40 | 8.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 14 | 3.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 13 | 2.8% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 9 | 1.9% |
| Suspect charged as part of another case | 9 | 1.9% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 1.5% |
| Local resolution | 5 | 1.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 4 | 0.9% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.9% |
Redhill & Northbourne has an estimated population of 10,106. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Redhill & Northbourne sits in decile 7.0, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Redhill & Northbourne |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 78.5% |
| Social rented homes | 5.4% |
| Private rented homes | 16.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.0 |
Is Redhill & Northbourne a safe place to live?
Redhill & Northbourne recorded 45.7 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 Redhill & Northbourne?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 156 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (105).
Is crime in Redhill & Northbourne going up or down?
Recorded crime in Redhill & Northbourne was down 3% on the year before: 462 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 474 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Redhill & Northbourne?
Redhill & Northbourne 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 Redhill & Northbourne. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.