Hook (Hart) Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Hook (Hart)’s crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents in June 2023 places it 50.6% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends. The area’s most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.6% of all reported incidents—though this category remains 45% below the UK average. Other theft, however, stood out as an exception, with a rate of 0.8 per 1,000 (19.5% of total crimes), 23% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. This discrepancy may hint at localized factors, such as transient populations or specific economic pressures, though seasonal patterns in June—marking the start of summer—could also influence activity levels in retail or service sectors. Property crimes, including criminal damage and arson, made up 34.6% of the total, with rates for these categories broadly aligned with or below national benchmarks. The area’s low overall crime rate, combined with a balanced distribution of violent and property offences, suggests a stable environment, though the elevated rate for other theft deserves closer attention to local context. June’s longer days and early tourism season may have contributed to increased foot traffic in certain areas, affecting crime dynamics. This contrasts with the UK-wide trend of higher urban crime rates, reinforcing Hook (Hart)’s position as a relatively low-risk built-up area.

June 2023 saw stark fluctuations in specific crime categories, with other theft surging by 700% (from 1 to 8 incidents) and criminal damage and arson doubling (from 2 to 6). These increases, though modest in absolute terms, highlight shifts in local patterns—other theft’s rise to 23% above the UK average may reflect seasonal retail activity or targeted opportunities in local businesses. Conversely, public order offences fell sharply by 87.5% (from 8 to 1), possibly due to the end of school terms or reduced public gatherings as summer began. Violence and sexual offences also declined by 42.3% (from 26 to 15), a drop consistent with the UK’s general trend of lower violent crime in warmer months. The breakdown reveals a notable contrast: while property crimes (34.6% of total) remained relatively stable, violent offences (36.6%) were lower than the UK average. This could indicate effective local policing or community measures, though the 23% gap for other theft suggests areas for targeted intervention. Residents may find the 23% above-average rate for other theft particularly relevant, as it could signal risks in retail or small business sectors. These shifts underscore the need for nuanced analysis of crime drivers, balancing seasonal factors with localized economic or social influences.

June’s crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents marks a 10.8% decrease from May’s 4.7 per 1,000, continuing a downward trend that aligns with the area’s historically low crime profile. On a daily basis, Hook (Hart) reported approximately one crime per day in June, a figure that, while modest, reflects the built-up area’s compact population of 9,699 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 237 residents—a ratio that, when contextualized against the UK’s higher national averages, reinforces the area’s relative safety. The population-scaled perspective shows that residents face a significantly lower risk of victimization compared to the UK average, with daily crime exposure being roughly half that of the national benchmark. This contrast is particularly evident in categories like anti-social behaviour, which were 59% below the UK average. However, the 23% gap in other theft highlights the need for localized strategies to address specific vulnerabilities. For residents, the 1-in-237 monthly exposure figure offers a tangible sense of security, though it also underscores the importance of monitoring emerging trends such as the rise in other theft. These comparisons illustrate how Hook (Hart)’s unique demographics and geography contribute to its distinct crime profile, balancing low overall rates with targeted areas for improvement.