Liphook Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Liphook during September 2024 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, shaped by both seasonal and local factors. With a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents — 48.1% below the UK average — the area continues to demonstrate a generally low level of criminal activity. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.6% of all crimes, followed by other theft (21.9%) and other crime (12.5%). This mix suggests a combination of localized tensions and opportunistic crimes, potentially influenced by the back-to-school season and the transition into cooler weather. The dominance of violent crime, despite being significantly below the UK average, may reflect the area’s small population and the relative impact of even a few incidents. Meanwhile, property-related offences such as other theft and other crime rose sharply compared to August, linked to increased foot traffic around schools and local businesses. The absence of major spikes in public order or anti-social behaviour, which are 29% and 91% below the UK average respectively, indicates a generally stable social environment. Seasonal factors such as the start of the academic year and shorter evenings may have contributed to the focus on violent crime, while the rise in property offences could be tied to increased commercial activity. Overall, Liphook’s crime picture remains one of controlled risk, with patterns that align with its character as a low-density built-up area within East Hampshire.

September 2024 saw sharp increases in specific crime types, with other theft surging by 250% (from 2 to 7 incidents) and criminal damage and arson rising by 200% (from 1 to 3). These jumps contrast with the continued low rate of violence and sexual offences, which stood at 1.6 per 1,000 — 39% below the UK average. Other crime, including incidents classified as 'other crime,' also rose by 100%, from 0 to 4, a category that is 194% above the UK average. This mix of rising property-related crimes and stable violent crime rates suggests a shift in focus toward non-violent, possibly opportunistic offences. For residents, the 250% jump in other theft — which includes shoplifting and vehicle-related theft — may signal heightened activity in retail or transportation hubs during the back-to-school season. The contrast with the UK average for violence highlights Liphook’s relative safety in this category, linked to its rural character and lower population density.

Liphook’s crime rate in September 2024 rose to 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a 59.9% increase from 2.5 per 1,000 in August. This translates to roughly one reported crime per day over the month, with a monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 248 residents. While the overall rate remains 48.1% below the UK average, the shift from August highlights a growing trend in specific categories. The population context underscores that, despite the rise, Liphook remains significantly safer than the national average. The daily crime figure, though low, suggests that residents may encounter crime at a pace slightly higher than in previous months. The monthly exposure rate, while modest, provides a tangible sense of risk for those living in the area, indicating that most residents are unlikely to experience a crime during the month. This data aligns with the area’s character as a relatively low-crime built-up area, where occasional spikes in specific categories may reflect localized factors rather than systemic trends.