Hawkinge Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hawkinge’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, 44.4% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure places the area among the safest in the country, though the distribution of crime types reveals a complex picture. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 50% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.4%) and criminal damage and arson (10.5%). These rates are consistently below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 2.2 per 1,000 (23% below the UK average) and anti-social behaviour at 0.8 per 1,000 (44% below). The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and the beginning of the tourism season—likely influences these patterns. Coastal areas often see shifts in crime dynamics during this time, with increased foot traffic potentially deterring certain offences while creating new opportunities for others. For instance, the low rate of shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000, 37% below the UK average) may reflect the area’s smaller retail presence compared to urban centres. However, the rise in robbery and theft from the person, both doubling from the previous month, highlights the need for vigilance in public spaces. These trends are consistent with the area’s character as a built-up coastal community, where seasonal fluctuations in population and activity play a significant role in shaping crime patterns. The overall crime rate, though low, underscores the importance of maintaining community-focused policing strategies that address both persistent and emerging threats.

June 2025 saw a dramatic 100% increase in robbery and theft from the person, both rising from zero to one incident each. This spike, though small in absolute terms, contrasts sharply with a 58.8% decline in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 17 to 7. The drop in violent crimes—down 26.9%—suggests a shift in the crime mix, with property-related offences now accounting for 27.3% of total crimes, compared to 50% in the previous month. Hawkinge’s rate of violence and sexual offences (2.2 per 1,000) is 23% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 44% below the national figure. These disparities may reflect the area’s character as a built-up coastal community, where tourism and seasonal activity could influence crime patterns. The rise in robbery, though modest, underscores the importance of vigilance during peak tourist periods.

Hawkinge’s crime rate in June 2025 fell by 41.6% compared to the previous month, dropping from 7.7 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of coastal areas, where increased daylight and tourism may temporarily reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in June, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 8,492 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 223 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many UK areas. This suggests that Hawkinge’s residents face a significantly reduced risk of experiencing crime compared to the national average. The drop in violent crimes by 26.9%—from 26 to 19—may partly explain the overall decline, though the rise in robbery and theft from the person complicates the picture. These shifts highlight the need for ongoing monitoring of local crime trends, particularly as seasonal factors evolve.