Benson Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2025, Benson's crime profile reveals a stark contrast between property and violent crime, with property-related incidents accounting for 30.8% of total crimes compared to 15.4% for violent offences. The overall crime rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents places the area 75.3% below the UK average of 8.1, a disparity that may reflect Benson's character as a built-up area within South Oxfordshire with lower population density and potentially fewer high-risk environments. The most common crime type was public order offences, which occurred at a rate of 0.5 per 1,000 residents—14% below the UK average. This suggests a focus on community-level disruptions rather than more severe criminal activity. Seasonal factors in May, including bank holidays and extended evening hours, may have influenced patterns of outdoor socialising and drinking, contributing to public order incidents. However, the low overall rate indicates that Benson's built-up area remains relatively safe compared to broader UK trends, with property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime occurring at rates significantly below national averages. The absence of major violent crime spikes, despite the seasonal context, further reinforces the area's stability, though the balance between property and violent crime raises questions about local dynamics that warrant careful consideration.

May 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with other crime and burglary each increasing by 100% compared to the previous month, while violence and sexual offences fell by 71.4%. This decline in violent crime, despite longer evenings and bank holidays, contrasts with a rise in non-violent incidents, suggesting a possible shift in criminal focus. The rate of public order offences (0.5 per 1,000) remained 14% below the UK average, indicating that Benson's community policing efforts may be effectively managing disruptive behaviour. Meanwhile, other crime—such as anti-social behaviour and criminal damage—rose sharply, potentially reflecting the impact of seasonal socialising on public spaces. Burglary and vehicle crime both remained 29% and 50% below UK averages respectively, highlighting Benson's lower risk profile for these property-related offences. Residents might find the stability in violent crime reassuring, though the increase in other crime types underscores the need for continued vigilance in community areas. The shift in crime mix from violent to property-related offences may indicate broader trends in local criminal activity that require further analysis.

Benson's crime rate in May 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, with no change from the 2.0 per 1,000 residents figure. This consistency suggests that the area's crime environment is not experiencing significant fluctuations, which may be attributed to its built-up but low-density character. On a daily basis, Benson recorded an average of 0 crimes per day in May, a figure that, while seemingly low, must be contextualised within the area's small population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 499 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to UK averages. With a population of 6,483, this translates to a community where the likelihood of encountering crime is minimal, though the slight increases in non-violent offences highlight the need for awareness. The UK average of 8.1 per 1,000 residents underscores Benson's status as a safer area, with its crime profile shaped by factors such as local infrastructure, community engagement, and seasonal rhythms. For residents, the data reinforces that Benson's built-up area maintains a low-crime environment, though the balance between property and violent crime remains a key indicator for future monitoring.