Liss Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2023, Liss recorded 38 crimes, equating to a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents—25.9% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure, when contextualised against the area’s population of 6,324, translates to a relatively low incidence of crime, with most residents unlikely to encounter it directly. The breakdown of crimes reveals a mix of property and violent offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 26.3% of total incidents, followed by burglary (21.1%) and vehicle crime (18.4%). These rates contrast sharply with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences are 39% higher, and burglary is 282% above the national figure. The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—likely contributes to the increased burglary rate, as empty homes and transient visitors may heighten vulnerability. However, the overall low crime rate suggests that Liss’s rural or suburban character, combined with its smaller population, may act as a buffer against more widespread criminal activity. The dominance of property crimes over violent offences aligns with patterns seen in similar small towns, where theft and vandalism are more common than interpersonal violence. This data underscores the importance of considering both local and national trends when assessing safety, as Liss’s profile remains distinct from larger urban centres where violent crime is more prevalent.

August 2023 marked a sharp 300% increase in burglary compared to July, with eight incidents reported—282% above the UK average for this category. This surge may be linked to the summer holiday season, during which homes are more likely to be unoccupied. Vehicle crime also rose by 250%, from two to seven incidents, a rate 124% above the UK average. This spike could be attributed to increased traffic or the presence of temporary residents. Anti-social behaviour more than doubled, rising from two to six cases, a trend that contrasts with the UK average, which saw this category 31% lower. Meanwhile, public order offences dropped by 60%, and criminal damage and arson fell by 33.3%, suggesting a possible seasonal dip in disruptive activities. Violence and sexual offences, at 10 cases, remained 39% below the UK average. decrease from July indicates a slight decline in violent incidents.

August 2023 saw a 35.7% increase in Liss’s crime rate compared to July, rising from 4.4 to 6.0 per 1,000 residents. This shift highlights a seasonal fluctuation typical of areas with transient populations or holiday activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in August, a figure that, while low, reflects the concentrated nature of reported incidents during peak summer months. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 166 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively sparse distribution of incidents in a community of 6,324 people. This statistic, when contextualised against Liss’s population size, suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly, though the increase from July indicates a need for continued vigilance. The comparison to the UK average remains stark, with Liss’s overall rate still 25.9% below the national figure, a consistency that may be linked to the area’s rural character and lower population density.