Eastleigh Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Eastleigh's August 2024 crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents marked a 25.6% deficit compared to the UK average of 8.2, underscoring the area's relative safety. This figure places Eastleigh among the safer local authority districts in England, with its crime profile shaped by a combination of demographic factors and local geography. Violence and sexual offences constituted the largest single category, accounting for 38% of all reported crimes—though this rate (2.3 per 1,000) was 14% below the UK average, suggesting effective policing or community interventions. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, comprising 15.7% of total crimes, with a 31% gap from national averages that may reflect the town's established community networks and proactive local authorities. Public order offences, however, bucked the trend, being 11% above the UK average—a figure that could correlate with Eastleigh's summer festivals and high pedestrian activity during the peak holiday season. The seasonal context of August, a month typically associated with increased tourism and empty homes, may have paradoxically contributed to lower burglary rates (0.2 per 1,000, 38% below the UK average), due to heightened vigilance from both residents and temporary occupants. This interplay between seasonal factors and local characteristics illustrates how Eastleigh's crime picture diverges from national patterns, with some categories defying expectations based on its urban-rural mix and economic profile.

August 2024 saw an 80% increase in possession of weapons offences, rising from 5 to 9 incidents—a spike that contrasts with the overall decline in crime. Meanwhile, shoplifting rose by 9.5% (74 to 81), suggesting targeted retail activity despite the broader downward trend. Robbery rates plummeted by 83.3%, with only one incident reported compared to six in July, potentially reflecting improved security measures or seasonal shifts in criminal activity. Public order offences in Eastleigh were 11% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may relate to the town's vibrant community events and high foot traffic during the summer. The 30.8% drop in bicycle theft, from 13 to 9 incidents, could indicate effective local initiatives or a natural fluctuation in theft patterns during peak holiday periods. These variations highlight the combination of local dynamics and national trends, with some categories defying expectations based on Eastleigh's demographic profile.

Eastleigh's crime rate in August 2024 stood at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 5.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.4. This decline aligns with broader patterns observed during summer months, when tourism peaks and local communities may experience heightened informal oversight. On a daily basis, Eastleigh recorded an average of 28 crimes per day in August, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity within the district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 165 residents, a statistic that reflects the population-scaled impact of crime in a town of 142,933. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average when considered in absolute terms, though Eastleigh's unique demographic and geographic profile—characterised by a mix of urban and semi-rural areas—likely contributes to this divergence. The localised nature of these figures means they cannot be directly compared to UK-wide metrics, but they offer a clear snapshot of how crime manifests within Eastleigh's specific context.