Hook (Hart) Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The most significant shift in November 2023 was the 100% increase in drug-related crimes, which rose from zero to one incident. This spike contrasts sharply with the overall crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents, which remains 58.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 50% of all crimes, but their rate of 1.6 per 1,000 is 38% lower than the UK average for this category. The area’s crime profile suggests a balance between property and violent crime, with property crimes (8 total) making up 26.7% of the total and violent crimes (15 total) comprising 50%. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday may have influenced activity patterns, though the low overall rate indicates effective local policing or community engagement. Public order offences, at 0.3 per 1,000, are 43% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the area’s relatively quiet character compared to more densely populated regions. The absence of major spikes in shoplifting or vehicle crime, despite the holiday season, further supports the notion of a stable, low-crime environment. However, the sudden emergence of drug-related crimes as a new category warrants cautious monitoring, as it could signal shifting patterns in local demographics or illicit activity.

November 2023 saw three crime types surge by 100% compared to October: drugs, other crime, and robbery. This jump—from zero to one incident each—introduces new concerns for residents, though these categories remain far below UK averages. Meanwhile, other theft fell by 75% (from four to one) and criminal damage and arson dropped by 66.7% (from three to one), suggesting targeted interventions or seasonal lulls. The balance between property and violent crime shifted slightly, with violent offences (15) now comprising 50% of all crimes, up from 46.7% in October. Public order offences (3 total) are 43% below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, a trend consistent with the area’s generally low levels of disorder. The absence of significant spikes in shoplifting during Black Friday or vehicle crime during the usual holiday season indicates that local measures—such as increased patrols or community awareness—may have mitigated expected increases. However, the emergence of drug-related crimes as a new category raises questions about whether this reflects isolated incidents or a broader trend requiring further attention.

The crime rate in November 2023 (3.1 per 1,000) was 12% lower than the previous month’s rate of 3.5 per 1,000, reflecting a continuing downward trend. On a daily basis, one crime was reported per day over the 30-day period, a figure that translates to one crime occurring for every 323 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which would be much higher given Hook’s population of 9,699. The area’s small size and low crime density mean that residents are far less likely to experience crime than those in larger urban centres. For context, the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000 would equate to roughly two crimes per day in a similarly sized area, highlighting Hook’s relative safety. The population-scaled perspective further underscores that even with the 100% increase in drug-related crimes, these incidents remain statistically rare in a community of this size. This contrast between local and national trends reinforces the area’s effectiveness in maintaining low crime rates, though the sudden appearance of new categories like drug offences suggests the need for continued vigilance and targeted community engagement.