Borough Green Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Borough Green's crime profile in January 2026 demonstrates a marked divergence from the UK average, with an overall rate of 2.6 crimes per 1,000 residents—61.8% below the national figure of 6.8. This significant gap reflects the area's characteristics as a built-up but relatively low-density residential zone, where crime tends to be concentrated in specific pockets rather than widespread. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.5% of total crimes (six incidents), a rate of 1.0 per 1,000 that sits 60% below the UK average. This category's decline from nine incidents in December to six may be consistent with post-holiday lulls in public spaces, though the area's limited nightlife and commercial activity likely contribute to sustained lower rates. Property crimes formed the second-largest share (18.8%), with vehicle crime at 0.5 per 1,000 (35% above UK average), a figure that may reflect seasonal factors such as reduced vehicle movement during shorter daylight hours. Other theft and criminal damage each contributed 12.5% of total crimes, with rates 35-38% below the UK average—a pattern consistent with areas where community cohesion and local policing efforts may mitigate property-related incidents. The seasonal context of January—marked by post-holiday quiet, reduced retail activity, and shorter days—likely plays a role in shaping these patterns, though the area's low population density and built-up nature may also reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.

January 2026 saw a striking 200% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one incident to three. This surge, while notable, remains below the UK average rate of 0.4 per 1,000 (35% above). Concurrently, violent crime decreased by 33.3% compared to December, with incidents falling from nine to six—a drop that aligns with seasonal trends in built-up areas where post-holiday activity typically declines. Anti-social behaviour also fell sharply, down 75% from four incidents to one, suggesting possible local efforts or environmental factors. The breakdown reveals violence and sexual offences at 1.0 per 1,000 (37.5% of total crimes), 60% below the UK average, while shoplifting and drug-related crimes both rose from zero to one incident—a 100% increase each. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns in areas with limited commercial density.

Borough Green's crime rate in January 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents) reflects a -11.3% decrease compared to December 2025's 2.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with typical post-holiday patterns observed in built-up areas, where reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours may partly explain lower outdoor crime rates. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported crime per day over the month, a figure consistent with the area's low overall rate. When scaled to the population, this translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 384 residents over the course of January—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's relative safety compared to national averages. The local context, with its mix of residential and small-scale commercial activity, likely contributes to this pattern, as seasonal transitions often see shifts in crime focus from public spaces to more domestic or vehicle-related incidents.