Gosport Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Gosport’s crime rate in July 2024 stood at 8.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 6% above the UK average of 8.4. This figure, while not alarmingly high compared to major urban centres, reflects a persistent challenge in maintaining safety during peak summer months. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 46.5% of all reported incidents, a category that remains 44% above the UK average. This disparity may be influenced by Gosport’s mix of residential communities and tourist attractions, which often see increased foot traffic during July. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the national average (17% below), still contributed 12.9% of total crimes, a figure that aligns with the area’s character as a coastal town with active public spaces. Public order offences, at 9.5% of total crimes, were 25% above the UK average, likely driven by the summer festival season and extended evening hours. Seasonal context plays a clear role: with schools out and tourism at its peak, the area’s open spaces and events may create conditions conducive to both violent and disorderly incidents. While property crimes accounted for just 25.6% of all reported incidents (189 out of 738), the violence and sexual offences category remains a focal point for local authorities. The data also reveals a combination of crime types, with some categories—like vehicle crime—declining sharply (-37%) compared to the previous month, due to increased police patrols or seasonal changes in vehicle usage. These patterns suggest that while Gosport is not uniquely unsafe compared to the UK as a whole, its specific geographic and social dynamics mean crime trends must be addressed with targeted strategies.

July 2024 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, most 'other crime' (up 350%), robbery (up 150%), and possession of weapons (up 50%). These jumps contrast with declines in bicycle theft (-45.5%) and vehicle crime (-37%), which may reflect seasonal shifts in activity. Violent crimes, which accounted for 46.5% of all reported incidents, remain 44% above the UK average, a disparity that highlights Gosport’s distinct challenges compared to the national profile. The breakdown also reveals anti-social behaviour at 12.9% of total crimes, 17% below the UK average, potentially influenced by local community initiatives or demographic factors. Residents might find the 8.3% month-on-month rise in overall crime rate particularly concerning, as it marks the first upward trend since early 2024.

Gosport's crime rate in July 2024 rose to 8.9 per 1,000 residents, an 8.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.2. This shift means the area now experiences roughly 24 reported crimes per day, a figure that, while localised, underscores the pace of incidents in Gosport. On a monthly scale, one crime occurred for every 112 residents, a measure that highlights the density of incidents across the population. This rate, though not directly comparable to national daily figures, aligns with seasonal patterns typical of summer months, when tourism peaks and public spaces see higher foot traffic. The rise in violent crimes—now 46.5% of all reported incidents—contrasts with declines in vehicle crime and criminal damage, suggesting a shift in criminal activity toward more immediate, person-focused offences. The local context, with its mix of residential and tourist areas, likely amplifies such trends during periods of heightened outdoor activity.