Liss Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Liss, a built-up area within East Hampshire, recorded a crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents in April 2025 — 54.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark divergence from the national picture underscores the area’s distinct characteristics, likely shaped by its relatively small population and limited exposure to high-risk environments. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 10 incidents (45.5% of total crimes), though this category remains 39% below the UK average. The second most common category was criminal damage and arson (5 incidents, 22.7% of total), which sits 40% above the UK average for this type of crime, suggesting a localised spike in incidents. Public order offences (2 incidents, 9.1% of total) were also lower than the UK average, reflecting a quieter community dynamic. Seasonal factors may have played a role in shaping these patterns: April, marked by the Easter period and spring weather, typically sees increased outdoor activity, which could influence crime trends. However, Liss’s overall low crime rate suggests that its community structure, characterised by strong local ties and lower population density, may contribute to a more stable environment. The absence of significant property crime (7 incidents, 31.8% of total) further contrasts with national trends, where property crimes often dominate. This anomaly may be tied to Liss’s built-up nature, which might limit opportunities for theft compared to more sprawling or industrialised areas. While direct causal links, the combination of low population density and seasonal activity patterns likely plays a role in shaping the area’s crime profile.

April 2025 saw notable shifts in Liss’s crime profile. Criminal damage and arson rose by 150% compared to the previous month, jumping from 2 to 5 incidents — a sharp increase that outpaces the UK average for this category by 40%. This spike may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased outdoor activity during spring, or localised issues requiring further investigation. Public order offences also doubled, rising from 1 to 2 incidents, while vehicle crime surged from 0 to 2 — a 100% increase in both cases. These changes highlight a shift in the crime mix, with property-related crimes (7 total) now accounting for 31.8% of all incidents, compared to violent crimes (45.5%). Despite this, Liss’s violent crime rate remains significantly below the UK average: at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, it is 39% lower than the national figure of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, fell by 66.7% from 3 to 1 incident — a drop that aligns with broader trends in the area. For residents, the most immediately relevant finding is the 150% rise in criminal damage and arson, which may signal a need for community vigilance or targeted local measures. While direct causes, the interplay of seasonal factors and local dynamics likely contributes to these fluctuations.

Liss’s crime rate in April 2025 (3.5 per 1,000 residents) marked a 22.1% increase from the previous month’s rate of 2.9 per 1,000 — a rise that, while significant, remains well below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 287 residents, a monthly exposure figure that reflects the area’s low overall crime levels. Daily crime context shows that Liss experienced approximately one crime per day in April, a pace that is far slower than the UK average, which typically sees over two crimes per day in comparable areas. When scaled to population, the 3.5 per 1,000 rate means that, on average, 22 crimes were reported across a population of 6,324 residents — a figure that underscores the area’s relative safety. This contrast with the UK average is particularly striking when considering that Liss’s crime rate is 54.5% lower than the national figure, despite its built-up nature. The disparity may be attributed to factors such as the area’s smaller population, which limits the scope for certain types of crime, or its geographic and social characteristics, which may foster a more cohesive community environment. While the 22.1% month-on-month increase suggests some upward momentum, the overall context remains one of low crime, with residents facing a significantly lower risk compared to the national average.