Hook (Hart) Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Hook (Hart) maintains a crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents in January 2026, placing it 58.8% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This built-up area within Hart demonstrates a markedly lower crime profile than the national picture, with violent crimes accounting for 48.2% of all incidents and anti-social behaviour contributing 14.8%. The seasonal context of January—characterised by post-holiday lulls, reduced retail activity, and shorter daylight hours—likely contributes to the lower volume of outdoor crimes typically associated with this time of year. Violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category.3 per 1,000 is 48% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This divergence may reflect the area’s relatively low population density, effective community policing, or a combination of socioeconomic factors that reduce opportunities for violent crime. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also fall significantly below UK averages, suggesting that local initiatives or demographic characteristics—such as a balanced age distribution or strong community cohesion—may play a role in mitigating these types of incidents. The overall crime rate, while modest, remains consistent with Hook (Hart)’s historical trend of being a low-crime area within the South East region of England.

January 2026 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences increasing by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and anti-social behaviour doubling (from 2 to 4). These rises contrast with sharp declines in vehicle crime (-75%, from 8 to 2) and criminal damage and arson (-75%, from 4 to 1). The violent crime category, while remaining the most common type, is still 48% below the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the area’s lower population density or fewer high-traffic venues that typically correlate with higher rates of violence. The significant drop in vehicle crime could indicate improved security measures in car parks or reduced commuter activity during the post-holiday period. Meanwhile, the surge in public order offences may be linked to local events or colder weather driving more indoor gatherings. Residents may find the 58.8% gap between Hook (Hart)’s crime rate and the UK average particularly noteworthy, as it underscores the area’s relative safety compared to other parts of the country.

Hook (Hart)’s crime rate in January 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents) represents a 43.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.0 per 1,000, indicating a marked improvement in local safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, may be of interest to residents who want to contextualise their personal risk. When scaled to the population of 9,699, this equates to one reported crime for roughly every 359 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that highlights the rarity of crime in this built-up area. Compared to the UK average, Hook (Hart)’s residents face a significantly lower risk of encountering crime, with the area’s overall rate being nearly half that of the national average. This gap is even more pronounced in specific categories, such as anti-social behaviour (57% below the UK average) and other theft (78% below). The contrast with the UK context underscores the effectiveness of local policing or the area’s unique demographic profile, which may include fewer transient populations or more community-oriented social structures that deter crime.