East Hampshire Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

East Hampshire’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 43.8% below the UK average of 7.3. This consistent gap from the national benchmark underscores the area’s long-standing position as one of the safer regions in the country. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (191 incidents, 36.2% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (61 incidents, 11.6%) and burglary (54 incidents, 10.2%). These patterns are consistent with East Hampshire’s character as a predominantly suburban and rural district with limited nightlife and fewer commercial centres compared to major urban areas. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, the start of the Christmas shopping season, and shorter daylight hours—likely influenced the crime profile. Violence and sexual offences often see spikes during the late evening hours, a trend exacerbated by the darker nights and increased alcohol consumption associated with seasonal events. Anti-social behaviour, which includes noise complaints and public disorder, also tends to rise in areas with higher concentrations of young people, though East Hampshire’s lower rates suggest effective local policing strategies. Meanwhile, burglary rates, while higher than the UK average in this category, remain relatively low compared to other parts of the country. The combination of community-focused policing, lower population density, and fewer high-traffic areas likely contributes to this balance. However, the sharp increase in vehicle crime and the rise in burglary incidents highlight the need for continued attention to these specific areas of vulnerability.

Vehicle crime surged by 100% in November, jumping from 13 to 26 incidents. This sharp increase may partly explain the overall crime rate rise, as vehicle-related offences are often linked to increased anti-social behaviour and alcohol consumption during the late evening hours. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 32.6%, a decline that aligns with the seasonal slowdown in retail activity following the Black Friday rush. The data also reveals that violent crime, while still the most common category (36.2% of total), remains 42% below the UK average, a gap that has widened slightly since last year. Burglary, however, rose by 45.9% to 54 incidents, a jump that outpaces the UK average by 33%. This suggests a potential shift in criminal activity towards property crimes, possibly linked to colder weather driving more indoor activities. A resident might note that theft from the person dropped by 80%, a stark contrast to the burglary increase, highlighting the uneven nature of crime patterns in the area.

East Hampshire’s crime rate rose by 6.6% from 3.8 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents in November 2025, marking the first increase since July 2025. Despite this, the area remains 43.8% below the UK average, a consistent gap that reflects long-term trends in local policing and community safety initiatives. Daily crime figures reveal 18 reported crimes per day, a number that, while stable, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 246 residents, a rate that is lower than the UK average for similar-sized areas. This monthly exposure metric provides a broader context: for every 10,000 residents, approximately 40 crimes are reported annually, a figure that remains well below the UK benchmark. The population-scaled perspective highlights that East Hampshire’s lower crime rate is not merely a function of fewer incidents but also a reflection of its demographic profile, with a higher proportion of older residents and family households compared to the national average. This demographic balance likely contributes to the area’s continued safety, even as month-on-month fluctuations occur.