Sandhurst (Bracknell Forest) Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 20,457, 72 crimes were recorded in January 2024, translating to a crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 52.7% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a safer environment compared to the national context. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (24 incidents, 33.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (13 incidents, 18.1%) and criminal damage and arson (9 incidents, 12.5%). These patterns align with seasonal dynamics typical of January, a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to lower outdoor crime rates but leave indoor spaces more vulnerable to targeted incidents. The dominance of violence and sexual offences, despite being 54% below the UK average for this category, suggests local factors such as community dynamics or policing priorities could play a role. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, remains a persistent concern, linked to the area’s built-up character and proximity to residential zones. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.2 per 1,000), both significantly below UK averages, may reflect effective local policing or a lower density of commercial spaces. Overall, the data illustrates a crime profile shaped by both geographic and seasonal influences, with a focus on interpersonal incidents rather than property-related crimes.

January 2024 saw sharp increases in burglary (+300%, from 1 to 4 incidents) and shoplifting (+100%, from 0 to 3 incidents), alongside a 75% rise in vehicle crime (from 4 to 7). These jumps contrast with declines in other theft (-60%) and theft from the person (-50%). Violence and sexual offences decreased by 20% compared to the previous month, despite remaining the most common crime category. This shift may indicate temporary reductions in incidents during colder weather or seasonal lulls in social activity. The area’s rates for violence and sexual offences (1.2 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (0.6 per 1,000) are both significantly below UK averages, with the former 54% lower and the latter 39% lower. This suggests Sandhurst may benefit from targeted community engagement or effective local policing strategies. Residents might find the daily crime count (2 crimes per day) a useful benchmark, though this remains well below the UK’s higher overall rates. The absence of significant spikes in theft from the person or vehicle crime, despite the latter’s increase, highlights the complexity of local crime patterns, which may be influenced by factors such as the built-up area’s layout or seasonal activity levels.

The crime rate in January 2024 (3.5 per 1,000) rose 9.0% from December’s rate of 3.2 per 1,000, though it remains well below the UK average. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 284 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s relative safety. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were recorded, a figure that, while consistent with Sandhurst’s historical patterns, is far lower than the UK’s higher average. This daily context is particularly meaningful for residents, as it provides a tangible measure of risk in a localised timeframe. When scaled to the population of 20,457, the 72 crimes represent a manageable burden compared to the UK’s higher rates, though the 9% monthly increase suggests vigilance is needed. The comparison to the previous month also highlights the volatility of crime trends, with certain categories like burglary and shoplifting rising sharply while others, such as other theft, declined. This fluctuation may reflect temporary factors such as seasonal shifts, local events, or changes in policing focus. The monthly exposure figure, while not a daily metric, offers a broader perspective on how crime distributes across the population, reinforcing the area’s position as one of the safer built-up areas within Bracknell Forest.