Liss Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Liss's crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents in May 2023 represents a significant 62.5% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This marked improvement, the most substantial in the area's recorded history, reflects a combination of local factors and broader national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 52.6% of all reported crimes, a proportion that, while concerning, remains 42% below the UK average. The second and third most common crime types — public order and anti-social behaviour — were both 55% and 77% below the UK average respectively, suggesting a unique local dynamic where community cohesion may temper conflicts. Seasonal patterns in May, characterised by longer evenings and bank holidays, typically correlate with increased outdoor drinking and socialising. However, the area's crime profile in this month shows no corresponding rise in alcohol-related incidents, a departure from typical seasonal patterns observed in similar urban centres. The data may indicate effective local policing strategies or community initiatives that have mitigated the usual seasonal pressures. The absence of a spike in public order offences — despite the typical May context — suggests that local interventions, such as targeted patrols or community engagement programmes, may be playing a role in maintaining stability. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifts in this month, with violent crimes comprising 52.6% of the total, compared to 47.4% for property crimes. This shift, while not unprecedented, raises questions about the specific factors influencing this change. The low rate of vehicle crime, at 0.2 per 1,000 — 56% below the UK average — may reflect the area's relatively low traffic density or effective street lighting. However, the 100% increase in robbery remains an outlier, requiring further analysis to determine whether it is a one-off incident or part of a broader trend. The overall picture illustrates a community that, despite the challenges of May's seasonal context, has managed to maintain a crime rate significantly below national averages through a combination of local efforts and environmental factors.

May 2023 saw a 100% increase in robbery, with one incident reported compared to none in April. This anomaly contrasts sharply with broader trends, including a 66.7% decline in vehicle crime and a 50% reduction in public order offences. The crime mix shifted significantly, with violent crimes (10) outnumbering property crimes (4) for the first time this year. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.6 per 1,000, remain 42% below the UK average — a stark contrast to robbery, which exceeded the national rate by 100%. Residents may find the 50% drop in public order incidents particularly notable, as it suggests fewer disturbances in local parks and public spaces. The decrease in vehicle crime, despite May's longer evenings and increased outdoor activity, may indicate effective street lighting or community vigilance in key areas.

Liss's crime rate in May 2023 fell by 36.7% compared to the previous month, reflecting a continued downward trend. The daily crime count averaged just one reported incident per day, a figure that underscores the area's relatively low crime profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 333 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the rarity of crime in this built-up area. This statistic, when contextualised against Liss's population of 6,324, illustrates that the vast majority of residents experience no direct impact from criminal activity. The shift from April's rate of 4.7 to May's 3.0 per 1,000 residents suggests a stabilising trend. This pattern aligns with the area's character as a low-density urban environment where community engagement and local policing may contribute to sustained reductions in crime.