Bordon Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly 40% of all crimes reported in Bordon during May 2025, making them the dominant category in the local crime profile. This figure, 28 incidents, contrasts with the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 for the same category, indicating a 2% excess in this area. The overall crime rate for the month stood at 7.6 per 1,000 residents, 6.2% below the UK average of 8.1. This discrepancy may reflect Bordon’s character as a built-up area within East Hampshire, where a mix of residential and commercial zones influences crime patterns. Seasonal factors, such as longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, likely contribute to the rise in violent crime and public order offences. Meanwhile, property crimes, including burglary and vehicle crime, showed mixed trends, with vehicle crime surging dramatically but burglary remaining stable. The area’s relatively low rate of anti-social behaviour—65% below the UK average—suggests that community-based interventions or local policing strategies may be effective in curbing such incidents. These patterns highlight the need for targeted approaches to address the specific challenges posed by violent crime while maintaining the success of measures that reduce anti-social behaviour.

May 2025 saw a 400% increase in vehicle crime, jumping from one to five incidents. This spike aligns with the area’s transport infrastructure and may reflect increased parking activity during school holidays. Violence and sexual offences rose by 154.5%, from 11 to 28 cases, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 2%. This category now dominates the crime profile, with a significant share of incidents occurring in public spaces. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 30%, dropping from 10 to 7 cases, possibly due to retail sector initiatives or seasonal adjustments in foot traffic. Anti-social behaviour remains well below the UK average, at 65% lower, suggesting effective community engagement or local policing strategies in this category.

Bordon’s crime rate in May 2025 rose sharply to 7.6 per 1,000 residents, a 63.8% increase from April’s 4.6 per 1,000. This jump reflects a significant shift in local crime dynamics, with daily crime activity averaging two incidents per day. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 132 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for Bordon’s population of 9,539. While the overall rate remains 6.2% below the UK average, specific categories like vehicle crime and burglary show stark divergences. The local context—such as the town’s proximity to major transport links and its mix of residential and retail areas—likely plays a role in these fluctuations. This increase underscores the importance of community vigilance, particularly as seasonal factors like extended evenings and bank holidays may contribute to heightened activity in public spaces.