Aldershot Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Aldershot's crime rate for April 2025 stood at 7.7 per 1,000 residents, exactly matching the UK average. This alignment with national figures highlights the town's position within the broader crime profile, though specific crime types reveal nuanced local patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40% of all crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average by 19% (3.1 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour (16.1% of crimes) and shoplifting (13.9%) were also prominent, with shoplifting surging 67% above the UK average (1.1 vs 0.7 per 1,000). These figures may be influenced by the Easter holiday period, which typically sees increased foot traffic in retail areas. Public order offences (7.6%) and other theft (5.2%) rounded out the top categories, with the latter 20% below the UK average. The seasonal context of April—marked by spring weather and heightened outdoor activity—likely contributes to the rise in shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Meanwhile, categories like criminal damage and arson (30% below UK average) and drugs (63% below) suggest areas where Aldershot's crime profile diverges from national trends, potentially reflecting local initiatives or demographic factors. This mix of above-average and below-average crime types illustrates the complexity of maintaining public safety in a town with a mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics.

April 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with shoplifting increasing by 119% (21 to 46 incidents) and anti-social behaviour rising by 76.7% (30 to 53 incidents). These surges, particularly in shoplifting, may be linked to the Easter shopping period and increased outdoor activity during spring. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 57.9% (38 to 16 incidents), possibly reflecting seasonal changes in vandalism patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained 19% above the UK average at 3.1 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent challenge in this category. Possession of weapons rose by 150% (2 to 5 incidents), a stark increase that may require closer attention from local authorities. While anti-social behaviour and other theft were below UK averages, the sharp rise in shoplifting underscores the need for targeted interventions during peak retail periods. These trends illustrate a combination of seasonal factors and local crime dynamics, with some categories showing marked divergence from national norms.

Aldershot's crime rate in April 2025 remained consistent with the UK average at 7.7 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a stable position nationally. This rate marks a 2.9% decrease from March 2025 (7.9 per 1,000), suggesting a slight reduction in overall criminal activity over the past month. On a daily basis, Aldershot recorded approximately 11 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. When considering monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 131 residents during April, offering a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime in the area. This statistic, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, provides a localised perspective on crime frequency. The population context further illustrates that Aldershot's crime profile aligns with national trends, though specific crime types exhibit distinct variations. For instance, while violent crimes and shoplifting are above UK averages, categories like anti-social behaviour and other theft are below, indicating a mixed picture of local crime dynamics.