Headley Down and Headley Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2024, Headley Down and Headley recorded a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 49.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a built-up area within East Hampshire, where crime remains lower than the national benchmark. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 52.2% of all incidents (12 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (6 cases, 26.1%) and criminal damage and arson (3 cases, 13.0%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a relatively low-density, community-focused environment, where local initiatives and policing strategies may contribute to the sustained reduction in crime. Seasonal factors, including the clocks going back and darker evenings, may have influenced the rise in certain categories, such as violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the overall crime rate remains a stark contrast to the UK average, suggesting that the area’s unique demographic and geographic features—such as a smaller population and limited urban density—play a pivotal role in maintaining safety. The data also highlights the importance of targeted interventions during periods of increased darkness, which may be linked to the timing of Halloween and reduced visibility. While the surge in violent crime warrants attention, the broader context of the area’s performance underscores the effectiveness of existing crime prevention measures.

October 2024 saw dramatic shifts in crime patterns, with violence and sexual offences surging by 300% (from 3 to 12 incidents), marking the most significant increase in the area’s monthly data. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply by 200% (from 2 to 6), while public order offences doubled from 0 to 1. These jumps contrast with a 50% decline in other crime, which fell from 2 to 1. The violent crime category, now accounting for 52.2% of all reported crimes, remains 21% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Similarly, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage are both below national averages, by 15% and 15% respectively. The only category exceeding the UK average is 'other crime,' which is 11% higher. For residents, the sharp rise in violence and sexual offences may signal a need for heightened awareness during darker evenings, a trend consistent with the seasonal context of October. However, the overall crime rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, indicating that local factors continue to play a critical role in maintaining safety.

The crime rate in Headley Down and Headley rose by 64.0% in October 2024 compared to the previous month, moving from 2.5 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, remains well below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to the local population of 5,609, the monthly exposure translates to one crime for every 244 residents. This figure, while notable, underscores the area’s continued safety relative to national trends. The shift from September to October may reflect seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and the timing of Halloween, which could influence patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. However, the overall crime rate remains a stark contrast to the UK average, suggesting that local characteristics—such as a smaller population, lower population density, or community-focused policing—likely contribute to the sustained lower rate of crime.