Liss Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Liss’s crime profile in March 2023 reveals a striking balance between property and violent crime, with 22 property crimes and 23 violent crimes reported — a near-equal split that diverges from many UK areas where property crime typically outpaces violent crime. The overall crime rate of 9.0 per 1,000 residents places Liss 18.4% above the UK average of 7.6, though the area’s character as a smaller, low-density built-up area within East Hampshire likely influences this figure. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.4% of all crimes, significantly higher than the UK average of 31%, a disparity that may reflect local dynamics such as seasonal social activity or the presence of transient populations during the transition to spring. Criminal damage and arson, at 1.0 per 1,000, were 67% above the UK average, possibly linked to the area’s mix of rural and residential land use, where vandalism could be more visible or underreported. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, at 1.0 per 1,000 compared to the UK’s 0.5, tied to the area’s road networks or the timing of March, when longer evenings may increase opportunities for such offences. The seasonal context of March — clocks changing and evenings lengthening — may have contributed to shifts in criminal activity. Overall, Liss’s crime picture illustrates a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with the balance between property and violent crime suggesting a need for tailored community policing strategies.

March 2023 saw a near-even split between property and violent crimes, with 22 and 23 incidents respectively — a balance that contrasts with many UK areas where property crime typically dominates. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.6 per 1,000, were 31% above the UK average, the most significant disparity among categories. This suggests local factors, such as transient populations or seasonal social activity, may influence violent crime trends. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting were lower than UK averages, with anti-social behaviour at 52% below and shoplifting at 39% below. These discrepancies could reflect Liss’s relatively quiet character, with fewer nightlife venues or retail hubs compared to larger towns. A resident might find the 40.4% share of violent crimes particularly noteworthy, as it indicates a need for targeted community engagement strategies in areas where such incidents occur.

In March 2023, Liss recorded 57 total crimes, equating to 9.0 crimes per 1,000 residents — a rate 18.4% higher than the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This translates to roughly two crimes per day across the built-up area’s 6,324 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 111 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for locals. While this rate is higher than the UK average, it remains relatively low compared to major urban centres, reflecting Liss’s character as a smaller, largely rural area with a mix of residential and low-density commercial zones. The daily crime count, though modest, underscores the need for consistent community vigilance, particularly in areas with transient populations or limited public surveillance. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that even a small number of incidents can have a noticeable impact on perceived safety, especially in tight-knit communities where crime is less frequent but more visible.