Lee-on-the-Solent Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Lee-on-the-Solent's crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents in July 2024 is 47.6% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, marking one of the area's most significant deviations from national trends. This built-up coastal town, part of Fareham, typically experiences lower crime rates due to its relatively small population and strong community oversight, though the summer season often brings challenges. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (23.9%) and public order offences (12.4%). These figures are consistent with the area's seasonal dynamics: July is a peak month for tourism, festivals, and outdoor events, which may contribute to higher levels of public disorder. The violence rate of 1.6 per 1,000 is 44% below the UK average, likely reflecting the area's lower population density and the presence of community policing initiatives. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average, may be influenced by the transient nature of summer visitors. Public order offences, which surged in July, align with the influx of tourists and the increased use of public spaces during the school holidays. The overall crime profile suggests that while the area remains safer than the national average, specific seasonal factors require targeted attention from local authorities.

July saw a 133.3% increase in public order offences, rising from six to 14 incidents. This surge aligns with the peak of summer tourism and festivals, which often bring larger crowds to the area. Other theft also spiked by 133.3%, with cases jumping from three to seven, though this remains 49% below the UK average. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 50%, likely due to reduced car-related activity during school holidays. Burglary fell by 25%, possibly reflecting seasonal patterns where homes are less occupied. The only category exceeding the UK average was 'Other crime,' which rose from zero to six incidents, a 100% increase. This category, though small, highlights the need for further analysis into its nature and causes.

Lee-on-the-Solent's crime rate in July 2024 rose by 24.1% compared to June's 3.5 per 1,000, reaching 4.4 per 1,000. This increase, while notable, remains 47.6% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately four crimes per day in July, a figure that, while low, reflects the area's consistently lower crime profile relative to national trends. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 229 residents, illustrating the relatively sparse nature of criminal activity in this built-up area. This monthly exposure rate underscores the area's safety, even as the rate climbed slightly from the previous month. The population of 25,870 means that individual risk remains minimal, though the upward trend in certain crime categories warrants attention.