Aldershot Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 43,103, Aldershot recorded 349 crimes in January 2024, translating to one reported crime for every 124 residents over the course of the month. This equates to a crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 9.5% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.4% of all reported incidents, followed by shoplifting (11.5%) and vehicle crime (10.3%). These patterns may partly reflect January’s post-holiday environment, with reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours potentially influencing crime dynamics. Violence and sexual offences, which occurred at a rate of 3.0 per 1,000 (15% above the UK average), could be linked to seasonal factors such as colder weather encouraging indoor gatherings. Shoplifting’s sharp increase relative to the UK average (58% above) may be tied to Aldershot’s retail presence, while vehicle crime’s rise (60% above UK average) could relate to colder temperatures increasing vehicle-related vulnerabilities. Anti-social behaviour was significantly lower than the UK average (49% below), suggesting community efforts or local conditions may be tempering such incidents. These trends underscore the need for targeted interventions during the post-holiday period, when crime patterns often shift in response to seasonal rhythms.

January 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to December, with several categories experiencing significant changes. 'Other crime' surged by 166.7%, jumping from three to eight incidents, while bicycle theft doubled (100% increase) and vehicle crime rose by 50% (from 24 to 36). These increases may reflect post-holiday disruptions or heightened activity in specific sectors. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 39.4% (from 33 to 20), possibly due to reduced outdoor activity during colder weather. Robbery also declined by 25% (from four to three), aligning with seasonal trends of lower foot traffic in retail areas. The crime mix also showed stark contrasts with UK averages: violence and sexual offences (15% above), shoplifting (58% above), and vehicle crime (60% above) all exceeded national benchmarks, while anti-social behaviour was 49% below the UK rate. For residents, the 50% rise in vehicle crime—now at 0.8 per 1,000—may be a particularly relevant indicator, suggesting heightened vulnerability during winter months. These fluctuations highlight the need for ongoing monitoring of specific crime types as local conditions evolve.

Aldershot’s crime rate in January 2024 (8.1 per 1,000) marked a 3.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 7.8 per 1,000, indicating a modest upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 11 crimes per day, a figure that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the persistent nature of crime in urban settings. When scaled to the local population, this translates to one reported crime occurring for every 124 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that, while higher than the UK average, remains within a range seen in similar built-up areas. The population context is crucial: 349 crimes across 43,103 residents suggests that the majority of the population remains unaffected. This rate is particularly notable when compared to the UK average, as Aldershot’s 9.5% premium reflects local factors such as its role as a commuter hub or the presence of specific retail and residential zones. While the increase from December is relatively small, the combination of rising violent crime and property-related offences indicates that the area may require additional resources during this time of year to address emerging trends effectively.