Rushmoor Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rushmoor's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 10.8% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This performance positions the area as one of the safer local authority districts in England, though seasonal dynamics continue to shape crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.3% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.3%) and shoplifting (10.6%). The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers' week—likely influenced these figures, with increased social activity in public spaces potentially contributing to both violent and anti-social incidents. However, the overall rate remains lower than the national average, suggesting effective local policing strategies or community engagement efforts. The dominance of violent crime as the largest category contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically hold greater share, indicating a distinct local profile. This divergence may reflect Rushmoor's mix of urban and rural characteristics, with higher concentrations of younger populations in areas like Aldershot and Farnham, where student and commuter populations intersect. The lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour and criminal damage suggest successful community initiatives or environmental design features that deter disorderly conduct, though the sharp rise in this category in September raises questions about transient factors. The seasonal transition—nights drawing in and school calendars resetting—may have temporarily shifted activity patterns, requiring ongoing monitoring to ensure sustained improvements.

September 2025 saw a dramatic 60.7% decrease in violence and sexual offences, falling from 610 to 240 incidents. This drop aligns with the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000), though Rushmoor's rate (2.3 per 1,000) remains 11% below national levels. Conversely, anti-social behaviour surged by 9,200%—from one incident to 93—highlighting a sharp spike in this category. This increase is particularly striking given Rushmoor's 23% below-average UK rate for anti-social behaviour, suggesting a temporary disruption in local patterns. Other notable shifts include a 4,500% rise in other thefts (from 1 to 46) and a 3,700% increase in criminal damage and arson (from 1 to 38). These spikes, while statistically extreme, may reflect isolated incidents or reporting anomalies rather than systemic trends. The rate for shoplifting (0.7 per 1,000) exceeded the UK average by 15%, a figure that could correlate with retail activity in areas like Farnham's High Street, where foot traffic peaks during freshers' week. Meanwhile, possession of weapons fell by 86.3% (from 51 to 7), a decline that may reflect targeted policing efforts or reduced availability of illicit weapons in the area. Residents should note that while overall crime remains stable compared to August (1.8% increase), specific categories warrant closer attention, particularly the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and property-related crimes.

Rushmoor's crime rate in September 2025 (6.6 per 1,000) was nearly identical to August's rate (6.5 per 1,000), indicating a stable monthly trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 23 crimes per day—a figure that, while seemingly high, must be contextualised within the local population of 105,751 residents. This translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 151 residents over the course of the month, a rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average. When compared to other local authority districts, Rushmoor's performance stands out for its consistent underperformance relative to the UK average in violent crime categories while outperforming nationally in property-related offences. The 1-in-151 monthly exposure figure suggests that the majority of residents are unlikely to experience crime directly, though the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and property crimes in September indicates areas for targeted intervention. The population context also highlights the importance of proportionality: with over 100,000 residents, even small absolute changes in crime numbers can represent significant shifts in local risk profiles. This underscores the need for granular analysis of specific neighbourhoods, particularly in areas with high student populations or transient communities, to ensure that resources are allocated effectively.