Bordon Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

December 2024 brought a surprising surge in drug-related crimes to Bordon, a built-up area in East Hampshire, marking the most significant single-category shift in the month. Despite this rise, the area's overall crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents remained 31% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a testament to Bordon's generally low crime profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 55.3% of all reported incidents, with 26 cases recorded. This category's rate (2.7 per 1,000) is 5% above the UK average, suggesting a specific challenge in managing public safety during the festive season. Other theft and criminal damage and arson each accounted for 8.5% of incidents, with rates significantly below the UK average. The seasonal context of December—characterised by Christmas shopping, party season, and extended periods of darkness—likely influenced these patterns, with increased foot traffic potentially contributing to both the rise in drug-related crimes and the drop in shoplifting. The area's relatively low property crime rate, particularly for vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.2 per 1,000), may reflect the impact of reduced commuter activity and fewer evening events during the holiday period. This data illustrates a community grappling with specific challenges while maintaining a broader trend of safety compared to the national average.

December 2024 saw a striking 200% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with the 66.7% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 6 to 2, likely influenced by festive shopping patterns and increased police presence in retail areas. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 23.8%, a trend that may reflect the challenges of managing public spaces during the party season and dark winter evenings. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime both fell by two-thirds, possibly linked to the closure of schools and reduced commuter activity over the holidays. Bordon's rate for violence and sexual offences (2.7 per 1,000) is 5% above the UK average, highlighting a specific vulnerability in this category. In contrast, shoplifting and public order offences were 65% and 56% below the UK average respectively, illustrating a combination of local factors that diverge from national trends.

Bordon's crime rate in December 2024 (4.9 per 1,000) marked a 7.9% decrease from November's 5.4 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but consistent trend of reduced criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the area's generally low crime profile compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 203 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively safe environment in Bordon. This statistic is particularly meaningful for local residents, as it provides a tangible measure of risk that can be contextualised against the broader UK landscape. The population-scaled perspective highlights how Bordon's crime levels remain significantly below the UK average, with the 31% gap reinforcing the area's status as a safer-than-average community. This decline may be partly explained by seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic during holidays and increased community vigilance during the festive period.