Bordon Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bordon's crime profile in June 2023 reveals a marked dominance of property crimes over violent offences, a dynamic that may reflect the area's character as a built-up district within East Hampshire. With 28 property crimes recorded—compared to 20 violent crimes—the local profile diverges from the UK average, where property and violent crimes are typically more balanced. The overall crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents places Bordon 23.5% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, a gap that suggests the area's relatively low crime levels are sustained despite seasonal fluctuations. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.3% of all crimes, a rate 28% below the UK average, potentially indicating effective community policing or lower population density in certain zones. Conversely, criminal damage and arson emerged as a significant outlier, with 15 incidents recorded—150% above the UK average. This anomaly may be linked to local infrastructure, such as the presence of industrial or commercial properties that could attract vandalism during warmer months. The seasonal context of June, with longer days and the onset of summer tourism, likely contributes to increased outdoor activity and associated risks, though Bordon's limited tourism infrastructure means these effects are less pronounced than in coastal areas. The balance between property and violent crimes, therefore, suggests a community where local businesses and residential areas may be more vulnerable to theft and damage than to interpersonal violence, a pattern consistent with smaller built-up areas where property-focused crime tends to dominate.

June 2023 saw a stark shift in crime patterns, with property crimes (28 incidents) outnumbering violent crimes (20 incidents) for the first time this year. This imbalance may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased activity in local retail areas during summer evenings. Criminal damage and arson surged by 150% month-on-month, jumping from six to 15 incidents, a figure that is 150% above the UK average for this category. This spike could be linked to local events or infrastructure changes, though no specific data on such factors is available. Conversely, violent crimes fell by 39.4% compared to May, with a notable 68.8% decrease in anti-social behaviour, influenced by warmer weather reducing indoor congregation. The rise in drugs-related offences—doubling from zero to two incidents—highlights a new trend, though the small sample size limits interpretation. These shifts underscore the need for targeted local analysis, as the area's crime profile remains distinct from national averages in key categories.

Bordon's crime rate in June 2023 dropped to 6.5 per 1,000 residents, a 25.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.7 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the summer season, when tourism in surrounding rural areas may shift activity patterns, though Bordon itself remains a built-up area with limited seasonal tourism. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for every 154 residents. This relatively low frequency suggests that residents face a lower immediate risk compared to larger urban centres, though specific categories like criminal damage and arson remain elevated. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that while crime is present, it does not dominate daily life in Bordon to the extent seen in areas with higher rates. The drop from the prior month may reflect reduced foot traffic during early summer, though this remains speculative without further data.