Bordon Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 saw an unexpected surge in public order offences in Bordon, a built-up area within East Hampshire, which rose 82% above the UK average. This marked contrast to the area's overall crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents—12.9% below the UK average of 7.0—highlights a combination of specific crime types and broader trends. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 41.4% of all reported crimes, followed by public order (13.8%) and other theft (10.3%). The seasonal context of December—characterised by Christmas shopping, extended evenings and holiday gatherings—likely contributed to heightened public disorder incidents. While violent crime rates remained stable, the sharp increase in public order offences defies typical patterns observed in smaller built-up areas during this time of year. This anomaly may be linked to increased foot traffic in local retail hubs or the impact of festive events on community dynamics. The relatively low burglary and criminal damage rates (64% and 62% below UK averages respectively) suggest that Bordon's compact, residential character may provide natural deterrence to property crimes. However, the surge in public order offences warrants closer examination of local policing strategies and community engagement efforts during peak festive periods.

December 2025 witnessed a 200% increase in other theft crimes, rising from 2 to 6 incidents. This jump, coupled with a 100% rise in both other crime (from 2 to 4) and robbery (from 1 to 2), indicates a significant shift in crime patterns. These increases were most pronounced in categories that typically see lower volumes in built-up areas, suggesting potential gaps in local crime prevention measures. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped 81% compared to November, likely reflecting the seasonal reduction in late-night activity as the festive period approached. Public order offences—accounting for 13.8% of all crimes—were 82% above the UK average, a stark deviation from the area's overall crime trend. This discrepancy highlights the importance of targeted interventions in high-traffic public spaces. The 150% increase in other crime compared to the UK average also raises questions about unclassified incidents that may require further categorisation. For residents, the 200% surge in other theft is a clear indicator to remain vigilant in securing personal property during the holiday season, particularly in areas with increased transient populations.

Bordon's December 2025 crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents marked a 33.3% decline from the previous month's rate of 9.1 per 1,000. This represents a significant improvement, though it remains to be seen if this trend will continue into the new year. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that places Bordon in the lower quartile of built-up areas in the UK. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 164 residents—a statistic that provides a tangible sense of the monthly exposure to crime. When compared to the UK average, Bordon's overall crime rate was 12.9% lower, a difference that becomes more pronounced when considering the area's population of 9,539. This lower rate may be attributed to Bordon's relatively compact built-up area, which allows for more effective policing and community engagement. However, the stark disparity between Bordon's overall rate and the UK average for public order offences—82% higher—underscores the need for targeted analysis of local factors that could be exacerbating this particular category. The monthly exposure figure, while seemingly low, should be contextualised within the broader framework of local policing and community initiatives that have been in place since the start of the year.