Crime in Benson & Crowmarsh: statistics, rates and trends
323 crimes were recorded in Benson & Crowmarsh in the 12 months to July 2026, 32.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Benson & Crowmarsh at a glance
- Crime trends in Benson & Crowmarsh
- Types of crime in Benson & Crowmarsh
- Benson & Crowmarsh compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Benson & Crowmarsh
- What happened after crimes were reported in Benson & Crowmarsh
- Population and deprivation in Benson & Crowmarsh
- Questions about crime in Benson & Crowmarsh
- About this data
323 crimes were recorded in Benson & Crowmarsh in the 12 months to July 2026, 32.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 160 reports (50% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Benson & Crowmarsh has the 3,715th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Benson & Crowmarsh | South Oxfordshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 323 | 7,327 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 32.1 | 46.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +8% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 10,062 | 156,470 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Benson & Crowmarsh was highest in the year to July 2024 (338 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (214). Over the whole period it rose 51%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 323 | 32.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 300 | 29.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 338 | 33.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 321 | 31.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 318 | 31.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 290 | 28.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 214 | 21.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 257 | 25.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 214 | 21.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 39 |
| June 2026 | 24 |
| May 2026 | 29 |
| April 2026 | 26 |
| March 2026 | 20 |
| February 2026 | 32 |
| January 2026 | 21 |
| December 2025 | 17 |
| November 2025 | 31 |
| October 2025 | 25 |
| September 2025 | 29 |
| August 2025 | 30 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Benson & Crowmarsh over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+52%).
The largest falls were in public order (-35%) and criminal damage and arson (-27%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 160 | 15.9 | 0.46 | +52% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 30 | 3.0 | 0.19 | -19% |
| Other theft | 27 | 2.7 | 0.42 | -4% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 24 | 2.4 | 0.35 | -27% |
| Burglary | 17 | 1.7 | 0.48 | -26% |
| Public order | 17 | 1.7 | 0.25 | -35% |
| Vehicle crime | 13 | 1.3 | 0.26 | -28% |
| Shoplifting | 12 | 1.2 | 0.14 | -33% |
| Other crime | 11 | 1.1 | 0.52 | +38% |
| Drugs | 7 | 0.7 | 0.21 | +250% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.36 | n/a |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.07 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.06 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Benson & Crowmarsh
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 160 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 52% on the year before. It made up 49.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Benson & Crowmarsh
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 9.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Benson & Crowmarsh
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 8.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Benson & Crowmarsh
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 7.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Benson & Crowmarsh
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Benson & Crowmarsh
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 35% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Benson & Crowmarsh
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Benson & Crowmarsh
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Benson & Crowmarsh
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Benson & Crowmarsh
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 250% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Benson & Crowmarsh
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Benson & Crowmarsh
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Benson & Crowmarsh
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Benson & Crowmarsh, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Benson & Crowmarsh.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Benson & Crowmarsh |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wallingford | 470 | 53.8 | +68% |
| Chalgrove | 116 | 37.4 | +17% |
| Cholsey | 327 | 33.8 | +5% |
| Berinsfield | 186 | 59.0 | +84% |
| Watlington | 162 | 38.9 | +21% |
| Didcot North East | 385 | 38.0 | +18% |
| Sandford & the Wittenhams | 209 | 48.5 | +51% |
| Woodcote & Rotherfield | 452 | 43.3 | +35% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Benson & Crowmarsh over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Cheneys Piece | 29 |
| On or near French Gardens | 23 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 17 |
| On or near The Meer | 17 |
| On or near Parking Area | 16 |
| On or near Plough Close | 12 |
| On or near Bellamy Way | 10 |
| On or near Triggs Mead | 10 |
| On or near Sands Way | 9 |
| On or near Potash Mead | 8 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Benson & Crowmarsh over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 109 | 33.7% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 87 | 26.9% |
| Under investigation | 45 | 13.9% |
| Not recorded | 30 | 9.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 19 | 5.9% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 11 | 3.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 5 | 1.5% |
| Local resolution | 5 | 1.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 5 | 1.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 4 | 1.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.9% |
Benson & Crowmarsh has an estimated population of 10,062. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Benson & Crowmarsh sits in decile 8.9, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Benson & Crowmarsh |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 69.6% |
| Social rented homes | 7.2% |
| Private rented homes | 23.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.9 |
Is Benson & Crowmarsh a safe place to live?
Benson & Crowmarsh recorded 32.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Benson & Crowmarsh?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 160 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (30).
Is crime in Benson & Crowmarsh going up or down?
Recorded crime in Benson & Crowmarsh was up 8% on the year before: 323 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 300 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Benson & Crowmarsh?
Benson & Crowmarsh is policed by Thames Valley. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Benson & Crowmarsh. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.