Crime Rate in Benson & Crowmarsh: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Benson & Crowmarsh

The total recorded crimes in Benson & Crowmarsh, South Oxfordshire, UK in July 2025 are around 35 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Benson & Crowmarsh crime rate of 14.17 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Benson & Crowmarsh, encompassing approximately 2,470 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
Benson & Crowmarsh Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • French Gardens with total crimes: 4
  • Cheneys Piece with total crimes: 4
  • Blenheim Place with total crimes: 3

How safe is Benson & Crowmarsh?

To understand the safety of Benson & Crowmarsh, we need to analyze Benson & Crowmarsh crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to South Oxfordshire:

    • In 2024, Benson & Crowmarsh demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Oxfordshire average, with 415 crimes compared to 427.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Benson & Crowmarsh witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 20 other areas in the South Oxfordshire.

    • In 2023, Benson & Crowmarsh had fewer crimes than the South Oxfordshire average, with 347 crimes compared to 393. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Benson & Crowmarsh witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 20 other areas in the South Oxfordshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Oxfordshire, Benson & Crowmarsh has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Benson & Crowmarsh Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Benson & Crowmarsh has recorded 35 crimes with crime rate of 14.17 ranking 8th out of 20 in the South Oxfordshire, UK

In 2024, the total Benson & Crowmarsh crimes were 415. The crime rate of Benson & Crowmarsh in 2024 was 167.98 (year) or 14.00 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the South Oxfordshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Benson & Crowmarsh were around 347 crimes with yearly crime rate of 140.45 (year) or 11.70 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the South Oxfordshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Benson & Crowmarsh)CrimesRank (Benson & Crowmarsh)CrimesRank (Benson & Crowmarsh)
Henley-on-Thames88 2896 4901 1
Forest Hill & Holton60 51,070 1836 2
Didcot West100 11,022 2791 4
Thame71 3654 5811 3
Didcot South64 4910 3767 5
Wallingford54 6535 6523 6
Woodcote & Rotherfield31 10416 8469 7
Didcot North East30 11444 7424 8
Chinnor38 7398 11375 9
Cholsey32 9415 9311 11
Sonning Common28 12313 12273 12
Berinsfield13 17249 13215 13
Sandford & the Wittenhams24 13162 17166 16
Watlington14 16227 14184 14
Wheatley20 14208 15176 15
Garsington & Horspath14 15129 18163 18
Haseley Brook10 20190 16164 17
Goring13 18126 19147 19
Chalgrove11 19113 2090 21
Kidmore End & Whitchurch9 2183 21116 20

Benson & Crowmarsh Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Criminal damage and arson (7 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 71 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 10.14 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202515
May 202510
April 20259
March 20252
February 20257
January 202513

A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20255
February 20252
January 20253

A total of 29 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 4.14 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20258
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251
February 20255
January 20251

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 3.71 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20254
April 20251
March 20257
February 20255
January 20252

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20256
April 20251
February 20254
January 20253

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
March 20255
February 20254
January 20251

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
April 20255
March 20252
February 20252

A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
February 20254
January 20252

High Crime Locations Benson & Crowmarsh in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Benson & Crowmarsh postcode area is presented below.

1. French Gardens (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Cheneys Piece (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
3. Blenheim Place (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Cottesmore Lane (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson3
6. Monarchs Court (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Triggs Mead (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Halifax Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Bellamy Way (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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