Rushmoor Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rushmoor’s crime rate in August 2025 was 6.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, masks a starkly uneven distribution of crime types. Violence and sexual offences dominated the landscape, accounting for 88.8% of all recorded crimes—far exceeding the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. This category’s rate of 5.8 per 1,000 is 102% above the UK figure, a disparity that may reflect the area’s mix of urban and rural characteristics, where high-density residential zones and transport hubs could contribute to concentrated violence. Possession of weapons, at 0.5 per 1,000, is 456% above the UK average, suggesting potential links to local incidents or policing focus. Conversely, public order offences and criminal damage were both significantly below UK rates, with the latter at 0.0 per 1,000 compared to the UK’s 0.6 per 1,000. Seasonal factors may have played a role: August, a peak holiday month, typically sees temporary population shifts that could influence crime patterns, though the surge in violence appears at odds with expectations of reduced activity during this period. These trends highlight the combination of local demographics, policing strategies, and seasonal dynamics in shaping Rushmoor’s crime profile.

August 2025 saw a 99.3% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 306 to 610 incidents. This jump, which accounts for 88.8% of all crimes, starkly contrasts with the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000 for the same category. Meanwhile, possession of weapons surged by 1,175%—from 4 to 51 cases—highlighting a dramatic shift in crime composition. Anti-social behaviour and other theft plummeted by 99.1% and 98.2% respectively, suggesting a seasonal lull in these categories. Public order offences in Rushmoor remained 66% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect local policing priorities or community engagement efforts. These fluctuations underscore the volatility of crime patterns during peak holiday periods, with violence and weapon-related incidents emerging as critical concerns for residents and authorities.

Rushmoor’s crime rate in August 2025 dropped 18.1% from 7.9 per 1,000 in July to 6.5 per 1,000, marking a notable decline. This reduction aligns with the end of the summer holiday season, which may have seen fewer tourists and temporary residents contributing to local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, 22 crimes were reported each day in August, a figure that reflects the area’s fluctuating patterns during peak holiday months. When considering the population, the monthly exposure rate of one crime per 154 residents underscores the relative safety of Rushmoor compared to the UK average, though this figure masks the disproportionate impact of violent crimes. The local population of 105,751 provides context for how these statistics translate to individual risk: while the overall rate is lower than the UK average, the concentration of violent offences suggests targeted areas or demographics may face higher exposure. This contrast between aggregate safety and specific crime types highlights the need for nuanced understanding of local crime trends.