East Hampshire Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

East Hampshire’s crime rate in November 2023 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 40% deficit compared to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure positions the area as one of the safer local authority districts nationally, though the month-on-month trend shows a modest 8.2% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.2. The breakdown of crime types reveals a distinct profile: violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.6% of all reported incidents, followed by public order (8.7%) and criminal damage and arson (8.6%). These patterns align with the area’s characteristics as a largely suburban and semi-rural district, where community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to comparatively low crime rates. Seasonal factors in November—such as the approach of Christmas shopping, shorter daylight hours, and the timing of Bonfire Night—likely influenced the distribution of crimes. The area’s violent crime rate (1.8 per 1,000) is 31% below the UK average, suggesting a combination of demographic stability, effective local initiatives, and geographic factors that mitigate conflict. While property crimes accounted for 36.6% of the total (214 out of 584), the absence of significant spikes in burglary or vehicle crime contrasts with the national trend of seasonal increases in such categories. This discrepancy may reflect East Hampshire’s lower urban density and stronger community engagement, though further data would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.

November 2023 saw several notable shifts in crime patterns for East Hampshire, with increases in specific categories and marked disparities compared to the UK average. Bicycle theft surged by 100% (from 0 to 2 incidents), potentially linked to the Black Friday shopping period and increased cycling activity. Possession of weapons also rose sharply by 50%, a 67% increase above the UK average (0.1 per 1,000), though the small number of cases (9) limits definitive conclusions. Drug-related crimes climbed by 42.9% (14 to 20), which may reflect seasonal trends in illicit activity. Conversely, violent crimes—while remaining the largest category—fell 31% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), a contrast to national patterns where violence often rises in colder months. Robbery and theft from the person both declined by 50% and 40% respectively, suggesting possible success in local anti-crime measures or reduced opportunities during shorter evenings. Public order offences (8.7% of total) and criminal damage (8.6%) were both 25–32% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s lower population density and fewer crowded public spaces. The most striking UK comparison was for anti-social behaviour, which was 62% below the national rate (1.1 per 1,000), indicating a more cohesive community environment. Residents might find the 40% deficit in violent crime particularly relevant, as this category often dominates local concerns in other parts of the country.

East Hampshire’s November 2023 crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 represents an 8.2% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.2, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. Daily crime activity averaged 19 incidents per day, a figure that would be considered low for a local authority of East Hampshire’s size (population 129,975). Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 223 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s comparatively safe environment. This statistic, while not directly comparable to the UK’s national figures (which are not provided in daily or monthly exposure terms), aligns with the area’s overall position in the 40th percentile of UK crime rates. The population context further illustrates the scale: with 129,975 residents, the 584 total crimes represent a manageable burden, particularly when contrasted with urban areas where crime rates often exceed 10 per 1,000. The previous month’s rate of 4.2 suggests a slight upward trend, though this could be attributed to seasonal factors such as darker evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night rather than a systemic increase. The daily crime count of 19 per day, while a local metric, provides residents with a tangible sense of risk—equivalent to one crime for every 16 residents in a given day. This figure, combined with the area’s consistent underperformance relative to the UK average in violent crime, highlights a unique balance between demographic stability and localized policing efforts.