Crime Statistics

Benington Crime Rate

+15.4%year-over-year

Crime is increasing and LOW in Benington

Benington's crime rate is 15.6 per 1,000 with a 96/100 safety score, making it one of the safest areas.

Overall Crime Rate

15.6
Crimes per 1,000 people
increasing trend

Property Crime Rate

6.2
Property crimes per 1,000 people
Includes burglary, theft, vandalism

How Benington Compares to UK Average

Overall Crime:15.6vs 93.4 UK avg
-77.8 per 1,000 people
Property Crime:6.2vs 33.2 UK avg
-27.0 per 1,000 people

Benington's crime rate is significantly lower than UK average

Based on population of 2,882 over 12 months

Crime Statistics Summary for Benington

Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.

Crime rates per 1,000 people in Benington
Overall Crime Rate15.6 per 1,000 people
Property Crime Rate6.2 per 1,000 people
UK Average Crime Rate93.4 per 1,000 people
UK Average Property Crime Rate33.2 per 1,000 people
Safety Score96 out of 100
Population2,882
Trendincreasing
Comparisonsignificantly lower than UK average
Crime Breakdown by Type in Benington
Crime TypeTotal CountPer 1,000 PeoplePercentage of Total
Violence and sexual offences155.233%
Anti-social behaviour93.120%
Vehicle crime93.120%
Criminal damage and arson41.49%
Burglary317%
Other theft20.74%
Possession of weapons20.74%
Other crime10.32%

Introduction to Crime Statistics in Benington

Benington presents an exceptionally positive outlook regarding crime statistics, with an overall crime rate of 15.6 per 1,000 residents annually. This figure is dramatically lower than the national average of 93.4 crimes per 1,000 people, positioning Benington as one of the safest communities within the UK. The area achieves an outstanding safety score of 96 out of 100, significantly surpassing the UK average of 78. Notably, Benington has experienced an increasing trend in crime over the past year, with a 15.4% rise year-on-year. While this represents an increase, the overall crime rate remains exceptionally low, providing a reassuring context for the more detailed crime data that follows.

Benington Safety Score

96
Very Safe
Safety Score out of 100

Benington has a good safety score compared to the UK average (78).

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Most Common Crimes in Benington

#1

Violence and sexual offences

Percentage:33%
Per 1,000:5.2
Total:15
#2

Anti-social behaviour

Percentage:20%
Per 1,000:3.1
Total:9
#3

Vehicle crime

Percentage:20%
Per 1,000:3.1
Total:9
#4

Criminal damage and arson

Percentage:9%
Per 1,000:1.4
Total:4
#5

Burglary

Percentage:7%
Per 1,000:1
Total:3

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Crime Type Analysis

In Benington, an examination of crime types reveals that Violence and sexual offences are the most common, accounting for 33.3% of all incidents with 15 crimes (5.2 per 1,000 residents). Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime follow as the second and third most prevalent, both with 9 crimes (3.1 per 1,000), each making up 20.0% of the total. Focusing on property-related crime, which includes burglary (1.0 per 1,000), other theft (0.7 per 1,000), vehicle crime (3.1 per 1,000), and criminal damage and arson (1.4 per 1,000), Benington records a rate of 6.2 per 1,000 people. This is dramatically lower than the UK average property crime rate of 33.2 per 1,000. These figures suggest that residents and homeowners in Benington experience an exceptionally low risk of property-related offences.

Crime Types Breakdown

Violence and sexual offences
15 incidents (5.2 per 1,000)
Anti-social behaviour
9 incidents (3.1 per 1,000)
Vehicle crime
9 incidents (3.1 per 1,000)
Criminal damage and arson
4 incidents (1.4 per 1,000)
Burglary
3 incidents (1 per 1,000)
Other theft
2 incidents (0.7 per 1,000)
Possession of weapons
2 incidents (0.7 per 1,000)
Other crime
1 incidents (0.3 per 1,000)

Crime Rate Trend

↓ 42.9% change(over 11 months)
Benington
UK Average

Compare Benington with similar populations

Benington has a 83.3% lower crime rate than the UK average.

Crime Trends in Benington

The crime trends in Benington show an increasing trajectory, with a notable rise of 15.4% in the year-over-year crime rate. While this percentage increase is significant, it is important to contextualise it against an extremely low base crime rate. Reviewing the monthly crime rate per 1,000 residents, there have been fluctuations. The rate started at 0.7 in October 2024, saw a peak of 2.8 in March 2025, and then generally declined to 0.4 in August 2025. This pattern suggests that while there was an increase over the year, the overall crime figures remain very low, indicating that the area continues to be one of the safest. For residents, it means remaining vigilant despite the low overall risk.

When Do Crimes Happen in Benington?

Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.

Simulated Data

This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Benington's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.

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What Types of Crime Happen When in Benington?

Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.

Based on Crime-Type Weighted Model

Morning

6am - 12pm

Vehicle Crime47%
Other21%
Theft19%
Burglary13%
Violence0%

Morning hours in Benington see elevated vehicle crime and theft activity.

Afternoon

12pm - 6pm

Burglary29%
Theft27%
Other23%
Vehicle Crime21%
Violence0%

Afternoon experiences a peak in burglary and theft during busy daytime hours.

Evening

6pm - 12am

Vehicle Crime44%
Other30%
Burglary19%
Theft7%
Violence0%

Evening crime shifts towards vehicle crime, with continued burglary incidents.

Night

12am - 6am

Vehicle Crime69%
Burglary15%
Other14%
Theft2%
Violence0%

Night hours are dominated by vehicle crime when properties are unattended.

Simulated Data - Crime-Type Weighted Model

These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Benington's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Benington, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.

Time-Based Crime Patterns in Benington

Analysing crime patterns by time of day in Benington reveals distinct trends. During the Morning (6am-12pm), vehicle crime is particularly prominent, accounting for 47% of crimes, alongside theft at 19% and burglary at 13%. The Afternoon (12pm-6pm) sees burglary increasing to 29%, with vehicle crime at 21% and theft at 27%. As the day progresses into the Evening (6pm-12am), vehicle crime remains high at 44%, while burglary is 19% and theft decreases to 7%. Night (12am-6am) hours are characterised by a substantial increase in vehicle crime, reaching 69%, with burglary at 15% and theft dropping further to 2%. These patterns suggest that vehicle crime is a consistent concern across all periods, with burglary also being more prevalent during the daytime and evening.

Crime Rates Near East Hertfordshire

Stevenage

3.4 miles

108.7
per 1,000
High Risk

Harlow

12.9 miles

103.7
per 1,000
High Risk

Welwyn Hatfield

9.9 miles

100.7
per 1,000
High Risk

Broxbourne

12.5 miles

89.1
per 1,000
Moderate Risk

St Albans

13.0 miles

79.6
per 1,000
Low Risk

North Hertfordshire

6.3 miles

67.0
per 1,000
Low Risk

Crime Rate Risk Levels

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Explore Nearby Areas

Aston (East Hertfordshire)

1.8 miles

0.0
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Dane End

2.5 miles

37.4
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Watton at Stone

2.9 miles

38.3
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Walkern

1.7 miles

44.0
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Police Response Times in Benington

How quickly do police respond to emergencies?

Grade 1 (Immediate)

Emergency 999 calls requiring immediate attendance — crimes in progress, threat to life, or serious injury.

Grade 2 (Priority)

Serious incidents needing prompt response but no immediate threat to life — recent crimes, vulnerable victims.

Grade 1 - Immediate

Emergency Response

14 minActual
Actual
14 min
Target
15 min
UK Average
15 min
1 min faster than target

Grade 2 - Priority

Priority Response

2h 20mActual
Actual
2h 20m
Target
1h
UK Average
1h
1h 20m slower than target

Active Officers

2,379

Each = 500 officers

Police Stations

Pending

Station count data is being collected

Why Response Time Matters

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2024 data
Source: FOI Request

How Does Benington Compare?

Mid Lavant

32.6
crimes per 1,000 people
109.0% higher than Benington

Watchet

63.5
crimes per 1,000 people
307.1% higher than Benington

Hambleton (Wyre)

56.5
crimes per 1,000 people
262.2% higher than Benington

Pannal

33.7
crimes per 1,000 people
116.0% higher than Benington

Crime in Nearby Areas

Benington's crime profile can be further understood by comparing it to nearby areas such as Walkern, Aston (East Hertfordshire), Dane End, and Watton at Stone. As a smaller built-up area, Benington (crime rate 15.6 per 1,000) experiences an exceptionally low volume and type of crime compared to most other settlements. Walkern, Aston, Dane End, and Watton at Stone, being comparable or slightly larger communities, would typically have higher crime rates, primarily due to higher population density and different patterns of activity. This comparison highlights that Benington maintains an outstanding safety score of 96/100, making it one of the safest locations in the region.

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Protecting Your Home in Benington

Given Benington's exceptionally low property crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents, which is dramatically lower than the UK average, residents can still benefit from proactive home security to maintain this high level of safety. It's important to recognise that traditional security cameras, like Ring or Nest, primarily record footage after a burglary has occurred, offering evidence rather than prevention. For those who want to actively stop crime, especially during peak times for vehicle crime and burglary as seen in Benington's night-time patterns, scOS offers a distinct advantage. This AI-powered home security operating system prevents crime before it happens by detecting threats at the property boundary. Its multi-camera intelligence and autonomous response, including activating lights and engaging speakers, are designed to destroy the element of surprise and make potential intruders move on. This proactive approach ensures that your property is protected in real-time, intervening before the 60-second decision window most burglars operate within. If you are looking for professional-grade protection that actively deters crime, scOS provides a powerful alternative to reactive recording systems.

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Understanding Our Data

How we source and verify crime information for Benington

4,392+
Areas Covered
19M+
Crime Records
100%
Official Sources

Understanding the Calculations

The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Benington. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.

Our Information

All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.

Formula Used

Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000

Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:

  • Police.uk — Crime records from territorial police forces across England and Wales (43 total)
  • Office for National Statistics — Population statistics and the Crime Survey for England and Wales
  • Home Office — Nationwide crime data and official policy records
  • FOI Requests — Additional statistics obtained via formal requests to police services
Our system covers 4,392+ areas across England and Wales, including major urban centers, towns, and administrative regions. Data for Greater Manchester is currently unavailable. We refresh statistics immediately when official sources publish updates (generally every 8 weeks) and maintain archives for historical analysis.
Police.ukONSHome OfficeFOI

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Last updated: September 2025

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