Hedge End Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Hedge End's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 4.8 per 1,000 residents, 43.5% below the UK average of 8.5. This figure positions the area as one of the safer built-up regions in the country, though the month-on-month increase from May's 3.7 highlights evolving dynamics. The most significant crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.6% of all incidents, a category that remains 28% below the UK average. Shoplifting followed with 12.3% of total crimes, though it rose 11% above the national average, suggesting potential links to local retail activity. Anti-social behaviour, at 9.8% of all crimes, was 66% below the UK rate, a discrepancy that may reflect the area's character as a relatively quiet suburban zone with limited nightlife. Seasonal factors likely played a role in June's patterns, as the start of summer and longer days could have influenced both criminal activity and community engagement. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the sharp rise in burglary cases—jumping from one to eight incidents—raises questions about local security measures and potential vulnerabilities. These trends, when viewed alongside the area's low crime profile, illustrate a combination of geographic stability and seasonal shifts, with Hedge End continuing to demonstrate resilience compared to the national picture.

June 2023 saw a 700% increase in burglary cases, rising from one to eight incidents, the most significant month-on-month jump in any category. This sharp rise may partly explain the overall 31.3% increase in the area's crime rate compared to May. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 54.5%, a decline that aligns with seasonal patterns typical of early summer, when outdoor activities shift toward recreation rather than vandalism. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 42.6% of all crimes, 28% below the UK average. Meanwhile, shoplifting cases rose 11% above the national average, a trend that may reflect increased retail activity in the area. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with some categories showing stark divergence from the UK average.

Hedge End's crime rate in June 2023 rose by 31.3% compared to May, moving from 3.7 to 4.8 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though still far below the UK average of 8.5, suggests a shift in local patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four crimes per day, a figure that may appear more frequent to residents but remains relatively low in context. Monthly exposure data shows that over the course of June, one crime was reported for roughly every 208 residents, a statistic that translates to a 1-in-208 chance of being directly affected by crime. When scaled to the population of 25,315, this highlights the area's overall safety, even with the month-on-month rise. The comparison to the UK average underscores Hedge End's position as a secure locality, though the increase in June may warrant closer attention to specific crime categories.