Emsworth Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Emsworth's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, 19.5% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure reflects a mixed picture of rising and falling crime types, with seasonal factors likely contributing to shifts. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.7% of all crimes, a decrease from 35 cases in March to 26 in April. This drop may be linked to the Easter holiday period, which typically sees reduced public activity in some areas. Other theft, however, rose to 11 cases, 61% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. The area's retail environment, which includes several high-street shops, may explain this trend, as similar patterns are observed in other market towns during spring. Anti-social behaviour also climbed sharply, with 10 incidents reported—150% higher than March's figure. This increase could be connected to the transition from winter to spring, when outdoor activity and social gatherings tend to rise. Public order offences and vehicle crime both exceeded UK averages, with 8 cases each. These figures suggest a need for heightened awareness in areas with high foot traffic and vehicle turnover. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, highlights the importance of monitoring localized trends that may reflect specific community dynamics or seasonal influences.

April 2024 saw a sharp 200% increase in shoplifting, with three incidents reported compared to one in March. This spike may partly explain the broader rise in property crime, which now accounts for 38.7% of total crimes. Vehicle crime also surged by 166.7%, jumping from three to eight incidents, a figure 49% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour rose 150% to 10 cases, the highest increase among all categories. Other theft in Emsworth is 61% above the UK average, with 11 incidents reported. In contrast, violence and sexual offences fell by 25.7% to 26 cases, though this category remains 18% below the national average. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal factors—such as increased outdoor activity during Easter—and localized pressures on property crime.

Emsworth's crime rate in April 2024 rose by 19.1% compared to March 2024, increasing from 5.2 to 6.2 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend contrasts with the area's overall 19.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of two reported crimes per day in Emsworth, reflecting a local rhythm of activity that may align with seasonal patterns. Over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for every 162 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for the frequency of incidents relative to population size. This figure underscores that while the area remains relatively safe compared to the UK average, the rise in specific crime categories warrants attention. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Emsworth's crime profile, though lower than national benchmarks, shows localized fluctuations that may be influenced by transient factors such as increased foot traffic during the Easter period.