Is Bourton-on-the-Water Safe?
Crime statistics for Bourton-on-the-Water. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 1,966 total crimes recorded in Bourton-on-the-Water
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Bourton-on-the-Water — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bourton-on-the-Water safe?
Bourton-on-the-Water has a CrimeRadar safety score of 39/100, rated Below Average. A total of 563 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 16.1% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Bourton-on-the-Water are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Bourton-on-the-Water in the last 12 months?
563 crimes were recorded in Bourton-on-the-Water 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 16.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (671 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 635 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Bourton-on-the-Water?
The most common crime in Bourton-on-the-Water is Violent Crime, with 635 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 112.8% 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 Bourton-on-the-Water increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Bourton-on-the-Water is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 16.1% — from 671 crimes in the previous 12 months to 563 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Bourton-on-the-Water?
Bourton-on-the-Water has a safety score of 39 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 Bourton-on-the-Water compare to the Gloucestershire Constabulary average?
Bourton-on-the-Water has a safety score of 39/100, while the Gloucestershire Constabulary force area average is 32/100. Bourton-on-the-Water 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 Bourton-on-the-Water?
52.2% of crimes recorded in Bourton-on-the-Water 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 Gloucestershire Constabulary. 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 Bourton-on-the-Water?
635 violent crimes were recorded in Bourton-on-the-Water in the last 12 months — representing 112.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 313 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 Bourton-on-the-Water last updated?
The crime data for Bourton-on-the-Water 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 Bourton-on-the-Water with other areas?
You can compare Bourton-on-the-Water 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.