Lee-on-the-Solent Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Lee-on-the-Solent, 3.8 crimes were reported in October 2023 — a rate 52.5% below the UK average of 8.0. This stark contrast underscores the area’s relative safety, though the nature of local crime reveals distinct patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.7% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.3%) and public order offences (11.2%). These figures align with the characteristics of a coastal built-up area, where public spaces and community interactions may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and the timing of Halloween, may have influenced the rise in public order offences, though the exact causal link remains speculative. Property crimes were less prevalent than violent crimes, a balance that diverges from many UK regions where theft and burglary dominate. This mix suggests that local social dynamics, driven by the area’s commuter traffic or seasonal tourism, play a role in shaping crime profiles. The overall rate, while low, highlights the need for continued vigilance, particularly as the year progresses into busier holiday periods. The data also reveals that Lee-on-the-Solent’s crime profile is more aligned with urban centres than rural areas, where property crimes typically dominate. This comparison reinforces the importance of understanding local context when interpreting crime statistics, ensuring that policies and community efforts remain appropriately targeted.

October saw a 53.3% decrease in anti-social behaviour, dropping from 30 to 14 incidents — the largest single category decline. This reduction may reflect seasonal changes, such as shorter evenings or community efforts. Conversely, vehicle crime and bicycle theft both doubled, with 2 incidents each, potentially linked to increased holiday travel or Halloween-related activity. Violence and sexual offences remained 48% below the UK average at 1.4 per 1,000, a figure that contrasts with the national trend. The crime mix also shifted slightly, with violent crimes accounting for 36.7% of the total — a higher proportion than property crimes (33.7%), suggesting a focus on interpersonal issues over theft. For residents, the 53.3% drop in anti-social behaviour offers a tangible example of how targeted interventions, even without explicit programmes, may influence local crime patterns.

Lee-on-the-Solent’s crime rate in October 2023 fell to 3.8 per 1,000 residents, a 22.2% drop from the previous month’s rate of 4.9. This decline suggests a stabilising trend, though the area remains significantly safer than the UK average. On a daily basis, 3 crimes were reported over the 31 days, a figure that, while low, highlights the persistent presence of crime in local life. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 264 residents — a monthly exposure that, when contextualised against the population of 25,870, illustrates the relatively low frequency of incidents. This rate is particularly striking when compared to the UK average, where residents face nearly double the risk. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the area’s status as a low-crime community, though the month-on-month fluctuations in specific categories, such as anti-social behaviour, suggest ongoing challenges in maintaining consistent safety.