Odiham Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Odiham's crime profile in December 2025 reveals a stark contrast between property and violent crime, with property offences accounting for 46% of reported incidents compared to 23% for violent crime. This imbalance suggests a local environment where opportunities for theft and burglary may be more prevalent than situations conducive to interpersonal violence. The overall crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents — 65.7% below the UK average — aligns with the characteristics of a small built-up area within a rural district, where lower population density and community cohesion may naturally suppress violent crime. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as December's dark evenings and holiday-related absences from homes could have contributed to the 6 property crimes recorded, including burglary and other theft. Violent crime remained exceptionally low, with only 3 incidents reported, placing violence and sexual offences at 77% below the UK average. This pattern may reflect Odiham's status as a relatively quiet, low-density settlement where community policing and local awareness contribute to a safer environment for residents. The absence of major commercial hubs or nightlife areas further supports the predominance of property crime over violent crime, as retail centres and high-traffic zones are typically stronger drivers of violent incidents. While the month's seasonal context — including Christmas shopping and holiday-related disruptions — may have increased opportunities for theft, the overall crime rate remains among the lowest in the country, illustrating a consistent trend of low-level, non-violent crime in this rural commuter town.

December 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime categories, with burglary increasing by 100% compared to November, reflecting a sharp rise from one to two incidents. This uptick may be linked to the holiday season, as empty homes and reduced foot traffic during Christmas shopping could have created vulnerabilities for opportunistic thieves. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 80%, falling from five to one incident, a change consistent with the seasonal shift towards more family-oriented activity and reduced alcohol-related incidents during the festive period. The balance between property and violent crime remained skewed, with property crime comprising 46% of all incidents compared to 23% for violent crime, a pattern that diverges from the UK average where violent crime typically accounts for a larger share. Burglary, though rising, still remains below the UK average by 43%, highlighting Odiham's continued performance as a relatively secure area. Public order offences also doubled, suggesting increased police visibility or reporting during December's busy holiday period. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the 100% increase in burglary, which underscores the need for heightened home security measures during the festive season when homes are more likely to be unoccupied.

Odiham's crime rate in December 2025 dropped to 2.4 per 1,000 residents, a 27.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.3 per 1,000. This decline, while modest, reinforces the area's long-term trend of maintaining a crime rate significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly zero crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while statistically low, reflects the small population of 5,455 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 420 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to national benchmarks. This statistic, when contextualised within Odiham's rural setting, suggests that the area's sparse population and limited commercial activity naturally reduce the frequency of crimes. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates how the small number of incidents translates to minimal risk for individual residents, with the likelihood of encountering crime being far below national averages. While the absolute number of crimes is low, the 100% increase in burglary compared to November highlights the vulnerability of homes during the holiday period, when increased travel and reduced occupancy may create opportunities for theft. This contrast between the area's overall safety and the seasonal spike in specific crime types underscores the importance of situational awareness during peak holiday periods.