Hedge End Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, Hedge End's crime rate stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 36.4% below the UK average of 7.7. This marked disparity highlights the area's relatively safe environment, though it is not without its challenges. Property crimes, which accounted for 50.4% of all incidents, dominated the crime profile, with shoplifting (28.8% of total crimes) being the most prevalent category. This imbalance between property and violent crime suggests a focus on theft and disorder rather than interpersonal violence. The UK comparison underscores Hedge End's effectiveness in managing crime, though the local context may involve factors such as its built-up character within Eastleigh, which could influence retail-focused crime patterns. Seasonal factors, including the transition to darker evenings and Halloween, may have contributed to the higher rates of property crime, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or unsecured premises. Violent crimes, while lower in number, remained a concern, with violence and sexual offences making up 28% of total incidents. This figure was 47% below the UK average, indicating that the area's violent crime profile is less severe than the national trend. The overall crime rate, however, remains influenced by property-related incidents, which may reflect the area's economic activities or the presence of retail and commercial zones that attract opportunistic theft.

October 2025 saw a sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, which surged by 150% from four to ten incidents. This increase aligns with seasonal factors, as Halloween and darker evenings may have contributed to more incidents of vandalism. Robbery and bicycle theft also doubled from zero to two each, marking a notable spike. These figures contrast with the significant decline in burglary, which fell by 71.4% to two incidents, possibly reflecting improved security measures or reduced opportunities. Violent crime, while remaining a concern, decreased slightly by 5.4%, and anti-social behaviour dropped by 31.6%, suggesting some success in community engagement efforts. Shoplifting remained a standout issue, with rates 122% above the UK average, indicating a particular vulnerability in retail areas. Bicycle theft, which jumped to four incidents, was 150% above the UK average, linked to local cycling infrastructure or unsecured parking.

Hedge End's crime rate in October 2025 remained stable at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in overall crime trends. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately four crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the persistent nature of local crime patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 203 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This monthly exposure rate underscores the area's generally safer profile, though this is a localised statistic and not directly comparable to national figures. The population context further illustrates that even with 125 total crimes, the per capita rate remains well below the UK average, reinforcing the area's position as a relatively low-crime environment within a built-up urban setting.