Liphook Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 7,946 residents, 33 crimes in May 2023 equate to a crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 people — 47.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure translates to roughly one crime for every 241 residents over the course of the month, a rate that reflects the area's character as a relatively low-density built-up zone within East Hampshire. The most common crime types were public order (27.3% of total), violence and sexual offences (24.2%), and other theft (21.2%), with property crimes making up 39.4% of all reported incidents. Seasonal factors may play a role in these patterns, as May’s longer evenings and bank holidays could contribute to increased socialising in public spaces, which aligns with the sharp rise in public order offences. While the overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average, specific categories like public order and other theft show marked deviations from national benchmarks, suggesting localised influences such as community dynamics or policing priorities. The relatively low rate of violent crime — 64% below the UK average — may reflect the area’s demographic profile, with fewer high-density urban features compared to larger cities. However, the absence of significant seasonal spikes in violent crime contrasts with the marked increase in public order issues, indicating a need for targeted analysis of local events or environmental factors.

May 2023 saw a 100% year-on-year increase in public order offences, jumping from zero to nine reported incidents. This surge, which outpaced the UK average by 67%, may reflect the impact of May’s extended evenings and bank holidays, which could have amplified outdoor socialising and associated disruptions. Meanwhile, other theft rose by 40% (from five to seven cases), and vehicle crime increased by 33.3% (from three to four), both exceeding UK averages by 53% and 11% respectively. In contrast, anti-social behaviour fell by two-thirds (from six to two cases), and violence and sexual offences dropped by 33.3% (from 12 to eight), the latter being 64% below the UK average. These divergent trends highlight a shift in crime mix, with property-related and public order issues gaining prominence while violent crime rates declined. For residents, the most immediately relevant change is the doubling of public order offences, which may indicate a need for increased community engagement or event management in local spaces during peak social hours.

The crime rate in May 2023 (4.2 per 1,000) rose by 3.0% compared to April’s 4.0 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend despite remaining well below the UK average. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly one crime reported per day in Liphook — a frequency that, while low, may still prompt concern for residents in areas with higher foot traffic or public events. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 241 residents, a figure that underscores the area’s relatively low crime exposure compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to population size, Liphook’s overall crime rate is 47.5% below the UK average, a gap that likely reflects its smaller scale and lower population density. However, specific categories like public order offences (1.1 per 1,000) and other theft (0.9 per 1,000) show marked deviations from national trends, suggesting localised factors that may require further scrutiny. These figures highlight that while Liphook remains a low-crime area overall, targeted interventions could address the rising pressures in specific offence categories.