Odiham Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Odiham’s crime rate for June 2024 was 4.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 48.8% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. The area’s crime profile is shaped by its built-up character within Hart, a largely rural district with limited nightlife and a small population. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 47.8% of all crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (13%) and public order offences (13%). This pattern aligns with Odiham’s likely low population density and minimal urban infrastructure, which may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. However, the sharp 200% increase in public order offences in June raises questions about local factors, such as increased community events or seasonal activities during the start of summer. The seasonal context—longer days and the beginning of tourism in nearby rural areas—may have influenced this shift, though Odiham itself is not a major tourist destination. Despite the rise in public order offences, the overall crime rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting that the area’s low population density and community-focused environment likely contribute to its safer profile. The data also highlights that anti-social behaviour and burglary are 86% and 33% below UK averages, respectively, reinforcing Odiham’s comparative safety.

June 2024 saw a sharp 200% increase in public order offences, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This spike contrasts with a 50% decline in burglary and a 50% drop in other theft, suggesting shifting dynamics in local crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 37.5%, though they remain 28% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. The category of criminal damage and arson saw a 100% increase, moving from zero to three incidents—a notable anomaly. These changes highlight a shift towards public disorder and property-related crimes over more severe violent incidents. For residents, the 50% reduction in burglary may indicate effective community measures or seasonal factors, such as increased daytime activity during summer. The data also reveals that anti-social behaviour and burglary are 86% and 33% below UK averages, respectively, underscoring Odiham’s comparatively lower rates for these categories.

Odiham’s crime rate in June 2024 rose by 21.3% compared to the previous month, climbing from 3.5 to 4.2 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a local increase, the area remains 48.8% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. Daily crime figures show roughly one reported incident per day in June, translating to a monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 237 residents. This context is critical: despite the rise, the area’s overall safety profile remains markedly better than the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reveals that even with the 21.3% monthly increase, the absolute number of crimes remains low, with 23 incidents across 5,455 residents. Local factors—such as Odiham’s built-up character within Hart—likely influence crime patterns, with community-focused policing and limited nightlife potentially contributing to the sustained low rates. The comparison underscores that while local fluctuations occur, the area’s broader crime profile remains distinct from national trends.