Emsworth Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2024, Emsworth’s crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents placed it 35.1% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower risk profile compared to national benchmarks. The balance between property and violent crime shifted slightly toward the latter, with 28 violent crimes (48.3% of total) compared to 24 property crimes (41.4%). This imbalance, though modest, may indicate seasonal influences typical of January—a post-holiday period marked by shorter days and reduced retail footfall, which often correlates with lower shoplifting rates. However, the sharp rise in violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences, contrasts with the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, which Emsworth’s rate of 2.3 per 1,000 fell 12% below. This suggests that while violent crime is a growing concern locally, its rate remains comparatively low. Other theft, however, stood in stark contrast: at 1.1 per 1,000, it was 93% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This anomaly may be linked to specific local dynamics, such as the presence of high-value goods in certain areas or transient populations. The broader context of Emsworth as a built-up area within Havant—a town with a mix of residential and commercial zones—likely shapes these patterns. Its lower crime rate, despite the rise in violent offences, may reflect effective community policing, strong social cohesion, or the influence of a relatively stable, low-density population. Seasonal factors, such as the post-holiday lull in retail activity, also appear to temper property crime trends, though the spike in violent crime may hint at underlying pressures that require further analysis.

Violent crimes surged by 64.7% in January, jumping from 17 to 28 incidents, marking the highest share of total crimes (48.3%) since data collection began. This shift toward violent crime contrasts with a 47% below-average rate for shoplifting and a 17% below-average rate for burglary. Other theft, however, stood out as a stark anomaly: it was 93% above the UK average, with 13 incidents reported. This category’s sharp deviation may signal unmet demand for targeted policing or a temporary spike in opportunistic crime. Public order offences also saw a 200% increase, rising from one to three incidents, which could reflect heightened social activity or seasonal pressures. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell 80% from December’s five to one incident, a drop that may align with post-holiday reductions in car-related theft. These fluctuations illustrate a crime mix that is both resilient and volatile, with specific categories warranting closer attention.

Emsworth’s crime rate in January 2024 rose to 4.8 per 1,000 residents, an 18.4% increase from December’s 4.0 per 1,000. This upward trend, though modest, contrasts with the area’s consistent performance below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of two reported crimes per day, a figure that, while low, highlights the need for vigilance during peak hours. Monthly exposure reveals that one crime occurred for every 210 residents over the course of January, a ratio that places Emsworth among the safer built-up areas in the UK. The population-scaled perspective underscores that, despite the increase, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the national benchmark. This suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing strategies, or demographic stability—likely contribute to maintaining a crime profile that diverges from broader UK trends.