Liss Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Liss's crime profile in February 2024, accounting for 37.9% of all reported incidents and 11 cases. This category, with a rate of 1.7 per 1,000 residents, remains 32% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. The overall crime rate for the area stands at 4.6 per 1,000, placing it 35.2% below the UK's 7.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast to national averages is reinforced by the underrepresentation of property crimes, which make up only 41.4% (12 cases) of the total. Liss's semi-rural character may contribute to this pattern, as low-density areas often see fewer thefts and burglaries but may experience higher rates of interpersonal violence due to smaller, more tightly knit communities. The winter month of February, with its reduced outdoor activity and pre-spring lull, may have exacerbated the visibility of violent incidents. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson, at 0.8 per 1,000, are 48% above the UK average of 0.5, suggesting a localised issue that could be linked to seasonal factors such as increased indoor activity or colder weather conditions. The area's crime picture reflects a combination of geographic, demographic, and seasonal influences, with the dominant role of violent crime underscoring the need for targeted community engagement strategies.

February 2024 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with drug-related incidents tripling from one to three, marking a 200% increase. This surge aligns with Liss's rate of 0.5 per 1,000, which is 138% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. Vehicle crime also doubled, rising from one to three incidents, placing Liss's rate at 0.5 per 1,000—14% above the UK average of 0.4. These increases contrast sharply with declines in other theft and public order offences, which fell by 75% each. The category of violence and sexual offences, however, remains the dominant force, accounting for 37.9% of all crimes reported. This rate of 1.7 per 1,000 is 32% below the UK average of 2.5, highlighting a localised pattern where violent crime is less prevalent than in national averages. Such disparities may reflect the area's demographic makeup, with a lower proportion of high-risk populations compared to larger urban centres.

Liss's crime rate in February 2024 rose by 20.8% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.8 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, remains well below the UK average of 7.1. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 29-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 218 residents, a statistic that provides context for how crime distribution affects individual risk. This rate is consistent with the broader trend of Liss maintaining a crime profile significantly below the UK average, even as local fluctuations occur. The low density of crime in a community of 6,324 residents suggests that local factors, such as the area's semi-rural character and limited urban density, may contribute to the sustained safety levels observed.