Benson Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Benson's crime rate in July 2025 remained exceptionally low at 2.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 67.4% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area's consistent performance in maintaining public safety, a trend that has persisted across multiple reporting periods. The breakdown of crimes reveals a clear pattern: anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) and violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) accounted for over 60% of all reported crimes. These figures align with Benson's character as a small built-up area within South Oxfordshire, where community cohesion and local policing likely contribute to the subdued crime profile. Seasonal factors in July—peak tourism, open schools, and summer festivals—typically correlate with increased activity in public spaces. However, Benson's data shows no corresponding spike in property crimes or theft, which is unusual for areas with high foot traffic. This suggests that local initiatives, such as community engagement programmes or targeted patrols, may be effectively mitigating risks during busy periods. The absence of significant spikes in shoplifting or vehicle crime further reinforces the area's low-risk profile. While anti-social behaviour remains the most prevalent category, its rate (0.9 per 1,000) is 42% below the UK average, indicating a broader success in managing disruptive incidents. The low overall crime rate, combined with the area's demographic stability, suggests that Benson's approach to crime prevention is both effective and sustainable.

July 2025 saw a 28.6% reduction in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 7 to 5 incidents—a significant decline in a category typically linked to summer social activities. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 14.3%, from 7 to 6, despite the high season for festivals and events. This contrasts with a 100% increase in burglary and criminal damage and arson, which both rose from 1 to 2 incidents. While these increases are notable, they remain well below UK averages: burglary in Benson (0.3 per 1,000) is 11% above the UK rate of 0.3 per 1,000, but criminal damage and arson are 51% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. Other theft fell by 50%, from 2 to 1, suggesting improved security measures or reduced opportunities for petty crime. The most striking UK comparison lies in violence and sexual offences, which are 74% below the national average of 3.0 per 1,000. This highlights Benson's success in managing high-risk categories, even as other areas see seasonal fluctuations. Residents may find the 100% increase in burglary particularly noteworthy, as it underscores the need for continued vigilance in securing properties during the summer months.

Benson's July 2025 crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 represents a 14.2% decrease from June's 3.2 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 360 residents—a figure that, when contextualised against the local population of 6,483, illustrates the area's remarkably low exposure to crime. This translates to a daily average of roughly one crime per 31 days, a statistic that aligns with Benson's status as a small, stable built-up area. Comparing this to the UK's overall average of 8.6 per 1,000, Benson's performance is striking: residents face a crime risk that is less than a third of the national average. The monthly exposure figure of 1-in-360 residents provides a tangible measure of safety for local households, particularly in contrast to larger urban centres where similar metrics would be significantly worse. This comparison is further reinforced by the UK-specific data: anti-social behaviour in Benson is 42% below the national average, while violence and sexual offences are 74% below. These figures suggest that Benson's crime prevention strategies, whether through community engagement or environmental design, are achieving outcomes that far exceed national benchmarks. The 14.2% month-on-month reduction also indicates that any seasonal pressures—such as increased foot traffic during festivals—are being effectively managed without compromising public safety.