Lee-on-the-Solent Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Lee-on-the-Solent’s crime profile in May 2025 is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 30.5% of all reported crimes. With a total of 82 crimes recorded, the area’s overall crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents places it 60.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights Lee-on-the-Solent’s position as a relatively safe built-up area within Fareham, though the presence of violence and sexual offences suggests ongoing challenges in certain communities. The seasonal context of May—marked by bank holidays and longer evenings—may contribute to increased socialising and associated risks, particularly in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour (17.1%) and shoplifting (14.6%) follow as the second and third most common categories, reflecting patterns typical of areas with mixed residential and retail environments. While shoplifting rates are 25% below the UK average, the area’s proximity to coastal tourism hubs may still influence retail crime trends. The low rate of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) and burglary (0.2 per 1,000) suggests effective community policing or environmental measures, such as well-lit streets or secure parking. However, the 150% above UK average rate for bicycle theft raises questions about local infrastructure or seasonal cycling trends, which may warrant further analysis. Overall, the data illustrates a crime picture shaped by both local demographics and broader seasonal influences, with opportunities for targeted interventions in high-impact areas.

May 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with burglary increasing by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and bicycle theft surging by 100% (from 0 to 4). These spikes contrast sharply with declines in other areas: drugs-related offences fell by 60.0% (from 5 to 2), and public order offences dropped by 55.6% (from 9 to 4). The violence and sexual offences category, though still the most common, decreased by 45.7% compared to the previous month, aligning with the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 (65% below). Bicycle theft in Lee-on-the-Solent exceeded the UK average by 150%, a figure that may partly explain the rise in this category, potentially linked to increased cycling during warmer weather. Residents may find the 30.5% share of violence and sexual offences, despite a 45.7% monthly decline, a critical insight for understanding local safety priorities.

Lee-on-the-Solent’s crime rate in May 2025 (3.2 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 26.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.3 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months, suggesting sustained efforts in community policing or seasonal factors influencing crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately three crimes per day, a figure that, while localised, provides residents with a tangible sense of the crime profile. Over the course of May, one crime was reported for roughly every 315 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. When contextualised against the population of 25,870, this rate highlights the area’s position as a safer locale within the UK, though localised spikes in specific categories like burglary warrant closer attention. The monthly exposure figure, while low, serves as a reminder that even small numbers can indicate emerging issues when paired with directional shifts in crime types.