Bordon Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Bordon's crime rate for February 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents) places it 26.6% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This performance reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (42.2% of total crimes), followed by shoplifting (15.6%) and anti-social behaviour (13.3%). These figures suggest a pattern where interpersonal conflicts and retail-related incidents remain central to the local crime picture. The winter season, with its reduced outdoor activity and pre-spring lull, likely contributes to the lower overall crime rate compared to busier months. However, the dominance of violent crimes over property crimes contrasts with some UK regions where theft and burglary often feature more prominently. Bordon’s relatively low property crime rate (29% of total crimes) may be influenced by its built-up area character, where residential density could limit opportunities for burglary compared to more sprawling or rural settings. The UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.3 per 1,000) is 14% higher than Bordon’s rate, highlighting the area’s comparative success in managing violent crime. This could be attributed to local policing strategies, community engagement, or the area’s demographic profile. The seasonal context of February—characterised by colder weather and shorter daylight hours—may also play a role in shaping crime patterns, with reduced foot traffic in retail areas lowering shoplifting opportunities but not entirely eliminating them.

February 2026 saw dramatic shifts in Bordon’s crime profile. Shoplifting surged by 250% compared to January, jumping from 2 to 7 incidents. This spike may be linked to seasonal retail patterns, though the absence of major shopping events in the area makes this speculative. Robbery also doubled from 0 to 1 incident, a troubling increase that could reflect isolated incidents rather than a broader trend. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 57.1% (from 14 to 6), a decline that aligns with the winter lull in social gatherings and outdoor activity. Vehicle crime dropped by 50%, from 2 to 1 incident, due to reduced parking activity in colder weather. The breakdown of crime types reveals stark contrasts with UK averages: shoplifting in Bordon is 21% higher than the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 34% lower. This divergence suggests that local factors—such as the area’s retail mix or community policing efforts—may be shaping these outcomes. Drug-related crimes in Bordon are 117% above the UK average (0.5 vs 0.2 per 1,000), a figure that warrants closer examination given the area’s built-up character and potential for illicit activity in high-traffic zones. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions in specific crime categories while reinforcing the effectiveness of existing measures in others.

Bordon’s crime rate in February 2026 (4.7 per 1,000) represents a 12.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.2 per 1,000. This uptick, though modest, underscores the volatility of monthly crime statistics. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day in February, a figure that provides residents with a tangible sense of the local crime context. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 212 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average when scaled to population size. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it illustrates the relative safety of Bordon compared to the national picture. The area’s population of 9,539 means that the 45 total crimes reported in February translate to a manageable scale for local policing and community responses. However, the 12.6% month-on-month increase raises questions about the factors driving this shift, particularly in light of the seasonal context. While winter months typically see reduced outdoor activity, the rise in violent crimes and shoplifting suggests that other dynamics—such as changes in local events or policing focus—may be at play. The comparison to UK averages further highlights Bordon’s unique position: while its overall rate is lower than the national figure, specific categories like drug-related crimes remain significantly elevated, indicating areas where local conditions may differ from broader trends.