Benson Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Benson's crime profile for January 2025 reflects a consistently low level of criminal activity compared to the UK average. With a total crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents, the area recorded just 15 crimes across its population of 6,483, placing it 67.6% below the national average of 7.1 per 1,000. This stark divergence from UK trends is particularly evident in the distribution of crime types, where violence and sexual offences accounted for 40% of all incidents, yet remained 64% below the UK average for this category. The data also highlights a significant deficit in shoplifting (52% below the UK average) and criminal damage (41% below), which may be attributed to the area's character as a built-up zone within South Oxfordshire with lower retail footfall during January. Seasonal factors likely contribute to this pattern, as the post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours tend to reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. The balance between property and violent crimes also reveals a notable shift: while property crimes (7 incidents) made up 47% of total offences, violent crimes (6 incidents) accounted for 40%, suggesting a nuanced interplay between local demographics and environmental factors. This low crime environment, combined with the absence of major spikes in any category, reinforces Benson's position as an area with a crime profile that consistently diverges from national norms.

January 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with increases in 'other crime' and 'vehicle crime' both rising by 100% from zero to one and two incidents respectively. This contrasts with a 66.7% decline in public order offences, which fell from three to one. The breakdown of crimes reveals a 64% deficit in violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average, despite these incidents making up 40% of total crimes in Benson. Vehicle crime, though only 27% below the UK average, shows a stark contrast to the 52% deficit in shoplifting, suggesting varied influences on different crime types. The rise in 'other crime' may reflect underreported or niche incidents, while the drop in public order offences could align with the post-holiday period and reduced foot traffic typical of January. These shifts provide a nuanced view of how local conditions interact with broader national trends.

Benson's crime rate in January 2025 remained stable at 2.3 per 1,000 residents, matching the figure from the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in criminal activity, though the overall rate remains markedly lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 0 crimes per day over the month, highlighting the rarity of incidents in this built-up area of South Oxfordshire. When viewed through the lens of population exposure, the monthly crime rate equates to one reported crime for roughly every 432 residents, a figure that underscores the low probability of encountering crime for any individual in the community. This context is particularly meaningful for residents, offering reassurance that Benson continues to maintain a crime profile significantly below national levels. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that even with the small number of reported crimes, the area's demographic size ensures a very low risk of personal exposure to criminal activity.