Is Purbeck South Safe?
Crime statistics for Purbeck South. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 488 total crimes recorded in Purbeck South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Purbeck South — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Purbeck South safe?
Purbeck South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 43/100, rated Below Average. A total of 488 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 23.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Purbeck South are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Purbeck South in the last 12 months?
488 crimes were recorded in Purbeck South in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 23.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (638 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 193 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Purbeck South?
The most common crime in Purbeck South is Violent Crime, with 193 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 39.5% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Purbeck South increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Purbeck South is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 23.5% — from 638 crimes in the previous 12 months to 488 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Purbeck South?
Purbeck South has a safety score of 43 out of 100 (Below Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Purbeck South compare to the Dorset Police average?
Purbeck South has a safety score of 43/100, while the Dorset Police force area average is 14/100. Purbeck South is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Purbeck South?
0% of crimes recorded in Purbeck South resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Dorset Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Purbeck South?
193 violent crimes were recorded in Purbeck South in the last 12 months — representing 39.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 99 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Purbeck South last updated?
The crime data for Purbeck South was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Purbeck South with other areas?
You can compare Purbeck South with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.