Hook (Hart) Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2025, Hook (Hart) maintained a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 36.5% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective translates to an everyday risk that is significantly lower than the national average, with residents facing a 1-in-211 chance of being directly affected by crime monthly. The area’s crime profile was dominated by anti-social behaviour (21.7% of total crimes), followed by violence and sexual offences (19.6%) and criminal damage and arson (19.6%). These figures suggest a mix of community-level challenges and isolated incidents, with anti-social behaviour likely influenced by the seasonal rhythm of returning students and the start of the academic year. The sharp drop in violence and sexual offences—down 69% from the previous month—may reflect the end of summer holidays, which typically correlate with reduced nightlife activity. However, the rise in criminal damage and arson, which is 70% above the UK average, indicates a specific vulnerability in the area that deserves closer attention. Seasonal factors such as the transition back to school and the shortening evenings may have contributed to increased anti-social behaviour, particularly in public spaces. The area’s low overall crime rate, combined with its unique spikes in certain categories, underscores the importance of context-specific analysis when interpreting local data.

September 2025 marked a stark contrast in crime trends. Anti-social behaviour surged by 100%, jumping from zero to 10 incidents, a spike that may partly reflect the return of students to local schools and universities. Shoplifting and vehicle crime also doubled from zero to three each, suggesting seasonal shifts in retail and transportation activity. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 69%—from 29 to 9—possibly linked to the end of summer holidays reducing late-night activity. Criminal damage and arson in Hook (Hart) were 70% above the UK average, a rare outlier in an otherwise low-crime area. This category’s sharp divergence from national trends highlights the need for targeted interventions. For residents, the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour underscores the importance of community vigilance during transitional periods like September.

September 2025 saw a 35.0% increase in Hook (Hart)'s crime rate compared to the previous month, rising from 3.5 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This shift, while notable, remains well below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 2 incidents per day over the 30-day period—a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s small population of 9,699. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure equates to one reported crime for every 211 residents. This provides a tangible sense of risk: in a typical month, a resident has a 1-in-211 chance of being directly affected by crime. The rate’s upward trend contrasts with the previous month’s stability, suggesting seasonal factors—such as the return to school and university freshers’ week—may have influenced activity levels. However, the area’s overall safety remains starkly evident when compared to the UK average, where residents face a 1-in-134 chance of experiencing crime monthly.