Emsworth Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 12,182, Emsworth recorded 65 crimes in June 2023, translating to a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents — 37.6% below the UK average of 8.5. This places Emsworth among the safer built-up areas in England, though the mix of crimes reflects local dynamics. Violence and sexual offences dominated with 29 incidents (44.6% of total), a rate of 2.4 per 1,000, 18% below the UK average. This could be influenced by Emsworth's character as a largely residential coastal town with limited nightlife density. Criminal damage and arson (11 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) followed, though the latter was 59% below the UK average. Seasonal factors may partly explain these patterns: the start of summer, with longer daylight hours, could have delayed the usual spike in shoplifting or vehicle crime typically seen during peak tourist seasons. However, June saw a notable drop in public order offences (3 incidents, 50% fewer than May) and shoplifting (1 incident, 50% fewer than May), suggesting early summer activity levels may be lower than expected. The area’s low crime rate may also reflect effective community policing or the absence of major retail hubs that drive property crime in larger urban centres.

June 2023 saw sharp increases in burglary (+100.0%), other crime (+100.0%), and possession of weapons (+100.0%), all rising from zero to 6, 2, and 2 incidents respectively. This contrasts with decreases in public order offences (-50.0%), shoplifting (-50.0%), and vehicle crime (-50.0%), though these categories remain relatively low compared to the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, while the most common crime type, were still 18% below the UK average (2.4 vs 2.9 per 1,000). Criminal damage and arson, however, were 41% above the UK average (0.9 vs 0.6 per 1,000), a figure that may reflect local property characteristics or seasonal maintenance activities. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.6 per 1,000, was 59% below the UK average, potentially linked to Emsworth’s quieter residential environment. Residents may find the 50% drop in shoplifting — from 2 to 1 incident — particularly notable, though the overall volume remains low for an area with limited high-street retail density. The rise in burglary, though statistically significant, must be contextualised: 6 incidents over 30 days equates to 0.2 per 1,000, still 56% below the UK average (0.3 per 1,000).

Emsworth’s crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 in June 2023 marked an 8.4% decrease from May’s 5.8, reflecting a continuing downward trend. On a daily basis, this translates to roughly 2 crimes per day — a figure that, while measurable, is unlikely to disrupt daily life in a community of 12,182 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 187 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. This suggests Emsworth’s built-up area, despite its proximity to Havant’s urban core, maintains a distinct safety profile compared to larger towns. The 37.6% gap between Emsworth’s rate and the UK average is particularly striking when considering the area’s population density and limited industrial or commercial activity. For context, the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000 includes major cities like London, where violent and property crimes are more concentrated. Emsworth’s lower rate may reflect its character as a relatively tranquil coastal suburb, with fewer socioeconomic pressures than inner-city areas. However, the 41% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average highlights the need for vigilance in property maintenance, a concern that may be amplified by seasonal weather patterns affecting older buildings in the area.