Eastleigh Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Eastleigh, 5 crimes were recorded in April 2024—a rate 35.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime for every 200 residents over the course of the month. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, which made up 39.3% of all reported incidents. This was 22% below the UK average for the same category, suggesting local factors may contribute to lower levels of violent crime. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, accounting for 12.2% of crimes, and was 51% below the UK average. Shoplifting, at 10.8% of total crimes, was also significantly lower than the national average. The seasonal context of April—Easter holidays and spring weather—may have influenced patterns, with increased outdoor activity contributing to higher public order offences. However, the overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average, which may reflect community policing efforts, local infrastructure, or demographic characteristics such as a more stable population compared to other areas. The relatively low levels of property crime, particularly vehicle crime (57% below UK average), could be linked to Eastleigh's urban planning or lower density of parking areas. While direct causes, the combination of factors like community engagement, local initiatives, or environmental design likely plays a role in maintaining this lower crime rate.

April 2024 saw a 66.7% decrease in robbery compared to March, with incidents dropping from 9 to 3. This reduction may be linked to heightened police presence during the Easter period or seasonal changes in public activity. Conversely, public order offences rose by 20.7% (58 to 70), which could reflect increased foot traffic in town centres during spring holidays. The category of 'other crime' also increased by 10%, suggesting minor but notable shifts in reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, but at 2.0 per 1,000 residents, this was 22% below the UK average. Shoplifting, at 0.5 per 1,000, was 25% below the UK rate, indicating effective retail security measures or lower demand for stolen goods. Possession of weapons fell by 54.5% (11 to 5), which may reflect targeted enforcement efforts or reduced illicit activity during the Easter period. These variations highlight how seasonal factors and local interventions can influence crime patterns, even within a relatively low-crime area.

Eastleigh's crime rate in April 2024 (5.0 per 1,000) was 15.4% lower than the previous month's rate of 5.9 per 1,000, indicating a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 24 crimes per day, which is a local figure specific to Eastleigh and not directly comparable to UK-wide averages. Over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for every 200 residents—a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for individuals living in the area. When scaled to the population of 142,933, this suggests that most residents would experience a relatively low level of direct interaction with crime. The previous month's rate was 5.9 per 1,000, and the 15.4% decrease aligns with broader trends of declining crime rates in many UK areas. However, Eastleigh's position significantly below the UK average (35.1% lower) suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, local policing strategies, or urban design—may be contributing to this sustained reduction. The 1-in-200 resident figure provides a tangible sense of risk, showing that while crime is not absent, it is not a daily occurrence for most Eastleigh residents.