Odiham Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Odiham, the crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents in April 2025 translates to a daily risk that is effectively negligible. This figure is 66.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, placing the built-up area within Hart among the safest regions in the country. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (35.7% of total incidents), followed by other theft (21.4%) and public order issues (14.3%). These patterns align with Odiham's character as a small, likely rural or semi-rural area where community cohesion and low population density may naturally deter certain types of crime. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and spring weather—likely contributes to the observed mix of crimes, as increased outdoor activity could both disperse potential offenders and create opportunities for theft in public spaces. While violent crime remains the most frequently reported category, its rate of 0.9 per 1,000 is significantly below the UK average for the same category (2.6 per 1,000). This contrast suggests that local factors, such as effective policing or social dynamics, may play a role in maintaining lower levels of violent crime. The relatively high proportion of other theft (21.4%) compared to the UK average (0.5 per 1,000) indicates a specific vulnerability that could be addressed through targeted initiatives, though the overall low crime rate ensures that residents face minimal risk on a daily basis.

April 2025 saw a 200% increase in 'other theft' crimes, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This surge, while significant, remains below the UK average for the category by 20%. Conversely, vehicle crime, anti-social behaviour, and violence and sexual offences all declined sharply—by 66.7%, 66.7%, and 64.3% respectively—compared to March. The drop in violent crime, which now accounts for 35.7% of total crimes, is particularly noteworthy, as it brings the rate of such offences to 0.9 per 1,000, 66% below the UK average. This shift may reflect the seasonal nature of crime in Odiham, where increased outdoor activity during Easter and spring weather could disperse populations, reducing opportunities for violent encounters. For residents, the most immediate concern remains 'other theft', which now exceeds the UK average by 20%, suggesting targeted awareness measures may be warranted.

Odiham's crime rate in April 2025 dropped to 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a 49.9% decrease from the previous month's 5.1 per 1,000. This decline brings the area's monthly exposure to 1 crime for every 390 residents, a figure that contextualises risk in human terms. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day, reflecting the low frequency of incidents in a built-up area with a population of 5,455. When scaled to individual experience, this means that over the course of a month, the likelihood of encountering a crime is minimal compared to larger urban centres. The stark contrast between Odiham's rate and the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000 underscores the area's relative safety, though local factors such as community engagement and policing strategies may contribute to this trend. The drop from March to April aligns with seasonal patterns, as spring weather and Easter-related activities typically reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.