Bordon Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

April 2023 marked a significant shift in Bordon's crime profile, with the overall rate climbing to 11.1 per 1,000 residents—48% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This places the built-up area within East Hampshire firmly in the spotlight for its elevated crime profile. The most prevalent categories were violence and sexual offences (35 cases, 33.0% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (19 cases, 17.9%) and criminal damage and arson (15 cases, 14.2%). These figures align with Bordon's character as a small town with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where public spaces may become focal points for anti-social conduct. The seasonal context of Easter and spring weather, which typically increases outdoor activity, may partly explain the rise in property crimes like shoplifting (8 cases, 7.6% of total). However, the most striking departure from the UK average was the 162% above rate for criminal damage and arson, which may reflect specific local vulnerabilities such as targeted vandalism in community areas. While the overall rate remains high, the breakdown shows a combination of violent crime and property-related incidents, with anti-social behaviour emerging as a particularly acute issue. This pattern could be linked to the area's demographic mix and the timing of school holidays, which may contribute to increased public disorder. The data also reveals that other theft was 46% below the UK average, suggesting that certain categories may be managed more effectively in Bordon than nationally. As the area moves into the summer months, continued monitoring of these trends will be essential to inform targeted policing and community initiatives.

The most dramatic month-on-month change was an 111.1% rise in anti-social behaviour, jumping from 9 to 19 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% increase in shoplifting and the emergence of 'other crime' (from 0 to 1), suggests shifting patterns in public conduct. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category at 35 cases (33.0% of total), 42% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Conversely, other theft fell by 62.5% (8 to 3), the only category showing a sharp decline. The area's criminal damage and arson rate (1.6 per 1,000) was 162% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 46% below UK rate for other theft. These disparities highlight the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories, particularly anti-social behaviour, which now accounts for 17.9% of all crimes. Residents may find the 46% below UK average for other theft a useful indicator of relative safety in specific contexts.

Bordon's crime rate in April 2023 rose to 11.1 per 1,000 residents, a 24.7% increase from the previous month's rate of 8.9 per 1,000. This upward trend contrasts with the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, placing Bordon significantly higher than the national benchmark. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 4 crimes per day, reflecting a consistent local rhythm of activity. When scaled to the population of 9,539, the monthly exposure means one reported crime occurred for every 90 residents. This figure highlights the density of incidents relative to the community size, though it remains a local metric without a UK-wide counterpart. The shift in crime mix from March to April shows a growing emphasis on anti-social behaviour and violence, which may partly explain the overall rate increase. The daily crime count, while steady, underscores the need for localized strategies to address patterns unique to Bordon's built-up area.