East Hampshire Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 129,975 residents, East Hampshire recorded 473 crimes in September 2025, translating to a crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 people. This figure is 51.4% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, marking one of the lowest rates in the country for this period. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (39.1% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (12.7%) and criminal damage and arson (7.8%). Seasonal factors likely played a role in these patterns, as September coincides with the start of the academic year and the transition to shorter evenings. The sharp decline in violence and sexual offences compared to previous months may reflect the impact of school and university term changes, with younger populations potentially drawn into structured environments that reduce opportunities for conflict. However, the data also reveals a significant shift in the nature of property crime, with 'other theft' surging to 7.8% of total crimes—a figure that would require further contextual analysis to determine its cause. East Hampshire's overall crime profile suggests a community where violent crime remains a priority, but property-related offences are increasingly diverse in nature.

September 2025 saw a dramatic 62.2% decrease in violence and sexual offences compared to the previous month, with numbers falling from 490 to 185. This decline, while notable, contrasts with a 3600% surge in 'other theft' crimes, which rose from 1 to 37. The increase in other theft may signal a shift in criminal activity, though no direct causal link can be drawn without further investigation. Meanwhile, violent crime rates in East Hampshire remain 46% below the UK average, with 1.4 per 1,000 residents compared to the national 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also fell significantly, with a 57% gap to the UK average. However, several categories—such as vehicle crime (75% below UK average) and shoplifting (51% below)—highlight East Hampshire's relatively low exposure to these specific offences. Residents may find the absence of 'theft from the person' crimes (100% below UK average) particularly reassuring, suggesting that personal security measures or environmental factors in the area are effective. The month also saw a 100% increase in robbery cases, though these remained at a very low level (5 incidents), underscoring the need for continued vigilance in high-risk areas.

East Hampshire's crime rate in September 2025 was 3.6 per 1,000 residents, a 14.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.3 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, aligns with broader seasonal trends, as the transition from summer to autumn often correlates with reduced outdoor activity and fewer opportunities for certain types of crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 16 reported crimes per day—roughly equivalent to one crime for every 275 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides a tangible context for residents, illustrating that while the overall rate is low, the impact of crime is still felt by a small but measurable portion of the population. When compared to the UK average, East Hampshire's performance is striking: its crime rate is more than half that of the national figure, with several categories—such as anti-social behaviour (57% below UK average) and public order offences (44% below)—showing particularly stark disparities. This suggests that the area's social and environmental characteristics—whether through effective community policing, urban planning, or demographic factors—may be contributing to its lower crime profile. However, the 100% gap in 'possession of weapons' crimes (East Hampshire at 0.1 per 1,000 vs UK average of 0.1 per 1,000) highlights a potential data anomaly or regional variation that warrants further scrutiny.