Car crime in Alton and Bordon: 2026 figures
Whitehill, which takes in Bordon, recorded 47 vehicle crimes in the 12 months to April 2026, a rate of 3.19 per 1,000 residents. Alton recorded 30, a rate of 1.54. Both are below the Hampshire rate of 3.46, but Whitehill is close to it.
The figures
| Area | Vehicle crimes (12 months) | Population (Census 2021) | Per 1,000 residents | 3-year trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehill (Bordon) | 47 | 14,748 | 3.19 | not published |
| Alton | 30 | 19,435 | 1.54 | not published |
| Hampshire | 6,424 | 1,857,921 | 3.46 |
Source: CrimeRate, from police.uk data, 12 months to April 2026. Rates use Census 2021 populations for Whitehill and Alton parishes (method). For your own street, search your postcode on police.uk.
Two towns, two different rates
Whitehill's rate is roughly double Alton's, even though Alton has more people. We can't say why from the figures alone. CrimeRate doesn't publish a three-year vehicle crime trend for either town.
What it means for you
In Bordon and Whitehill especially, if you've got a keyless or high-value car on the drive, the local numbers back up taking security seriously.
Protecting your car in Alton and Bordon
A telescopic post locked in front of the car stops it leaving the drive, however it was unlocked. With two cars side by side, fit one in front of each.
Cheap first steps: a signal-blocking pouch and a steering lock. More in our keyless theft guide.
Questions people ask
How do Alton and Bordon compare with nearby towns? Whitehill's 3.19 per 1,000 is above Farnham (1.82) and Basingstoke (2.46). Alton's 1.54 is one of the lower rates on our list.
Do you fit in Alton and Bordon? Yes. Alton is about 22 minutes away and Bordon about half an hour, with no call-out charge for homes. See our Alton and Bordon page for prices and the areas we cover.
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