Rushmoor Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rushmoor's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 6.6 per 1,000, 14.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, marking it as one of the safer local authority districts in the country. The data reveals a clear dominance of violent crime, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 34.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.7%) and shoplifting (12.3%). This distribution aligns with the area's likely mix of urban and suburban characteristics, where high foot traffic and public spaces may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Seasonal factors in October—such as the transition to darker evenings, the Halloween holiday, and the end of the university term—could exacerbate crime trends. The prominence of violence and sexual offences suggests a need for targeted community initiatives, while the above-average shoplifting rate indicates ongoing challenges in retail security. Despite these issues, Rushmoor's performance relative to the UK average highlights the effectiveness of existing crime prevention strategies, though localized spikes in specific categories demand continued attention.

October 2025 saw a 66.7% increase in bicycle theft, the most significant month-on-month rise, likely tied to darker evenings and Halloween activities. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson rose by 23.7%, potentially linked to seasonal property neglect or targeted acts during the autumn transition. Drug-related crimes also climbed by 22.2%, a concerning trend that may reflect shifting patterns in illicit activity. Shoplifting remains 27% above the UK average at 0.8 per 1,000, a persistent challenge for retail areas. While vehicle crime dropped by 17.2%, this decrease may be attributed to reduced commuter traffic or improved security measures. Residents are advised to secure bicycles and report suspicious activity around public spaces, as these categories now represent critical focal points for local law enforcement.

Rushmoor's crime rate remained stable at 6.6 per 1,000 in October 2025, matching the previous month's rate. This consistency suggests no immediate surge in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 22 crimes per day, a figure that, while manageable, underscores the need for vigilance in high-risk areas. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 153 residents, a ratio that places Rushmoor among the safer local authority districts in the UK. When scaled to the population of 105,751, this monthly exposure highlights the relative safety of the area, even as specific categories like bicycle theft and criminal damage show troubling upward trends. The stability in overall rates contrasts with the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reinforcing Rushmoor's position as a below-average crime location despite the localized spikes.