Liss Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Liss, a built-up area within East Hampshire, reported a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents in April 2024—a figure 48.1% below the UK average of 7.7. This stark contrast underscores the area’s relatively low exposure to crime, a pattern consistent with its rural-adjacent character and smaller population. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (28% of total incidents), followed by vehicle crime (24%) and criminal damage and arson (20%). These figures suggest a mix of local and national trends, with violence and sexual offences aligning closely with the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), while vehicle crime far exceeded it. Seasonal factors may have played a role, as April’s Easter period and spring weather likely drove increased outdoor activity, potentially contributing to the rise in public order offences. However, the drop in burglary and shoplifting—both below UK averages—hints at effective local measures or a naturally lower risk profile. The area’s sparse population and proximity to rural landscapes may also explain the low incidence of property crime, as larger urban centres typically see higher rates of burglary and theft. Despite the 19.0% monthly increase in crime rate compared to March, the overall profile remains markedly safer than the UK average, reflecting Liss’s unique demographic and geographic context.

April 2024 saw a 100% increase in vehicle crime, jumping from zero to six incidents—a stark departure from the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 residents. This spike, though unexplained by the data, contrasts with a 50% decrease in burglary, which dropped from two to one incident. Public order offences also surged by 200%, rising from one to three, a shift that may reflect increased outdoor activity during the Easter period and spring weather. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 46.2%, from 13 to 7, aligning with the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (57% below Liss’s rate). The most significant outlier remains vehicle crime, which not only rose sharply locally but also exceeded the UK average by over 100%, suggesting a unique local factor—possibly related to seasonal travel or unsecured vehicles during the Easter holidays. Residents may find the drop in burglary reassuring, though the rise in public order offences highlights the need for vigilance in communal spaces.

Liss recorded a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents in April 2024, marking a 19.0% increase from the previous month’s rate of 3.3. This rise, though modest, reflects shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 253 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the sparse nature of criminal activity in this built-up area. With a population of 6,324, the local context suggests that crime remains a rare occurrence, even as specific categories like vehicle crime and public order offences show notable fluctuations. This sparse distribution contrasts sharply with the UK average, where residents face a significantly higher monthly exposure rate, though direct comparisons are not provided for Liss. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the idea that Liss’s crime profile is shaped by its smaller, more tightly knit community, where incidents are less frequent but not entirely absent.