Emsworth Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of around 12,200 residents, 68 crimes reported in June 2024 translate to one incident for every 179 people—a figure that, while not negligible, remains 31.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000 residents. This disparity highlights Emsworth's relatively low crime profile compared to national benchmarks, a trend consistent with its status as a built-up area within Havant, where community cohesion and local policing may contribute to reduced criminal activity. The most common crimes in June were violence and sexual offences (21 incidents, 30.9% of total), followed by vehicle crime (14 incidents, 20.6%) and other theft (9 incidents, 13.2%). These figures align with the seasonal context of June, the start of summer, when increased outdoor activity and tourism may influence crime patterns. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Emsworth was 38% below the UK average, a contrast to the 167% surge in vehicle crime compared to the national rate. This divergence may reflect local factors such as the area's compact layout, which could limit opportunities for vehicle-related crimes, or the presence of secure parking facilities. Meanwhile, the relatively low incidence of shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000 residents) and anti-social behaviour (0.3 per 1,000 residents) compared to UK averages suggests that Emsworth's community dynamics and retail environment may deter such activities. The overall crime rate, while showing a 33.2% increase from May, remains firmly below the UK average, illustrating a balance between temporary fluctuations and long-term trends.

June 2024 saw a dramatic 366.7% increase in vehicle crime, rising from three to 14 incidents—a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 residents. This surge, though unexplained by the data, aligns with the start of summer when vehicle usage and parking activity may intensify. Shoplifting also spiked by 400%, with five reported incidents compared to one in May, a rate 35% below the UK average. Conversely, burglary and public order offences both fell by 50%, suggesting a possible seasonal dip in opportunistic crimes. The rate of violence and sexual offences, at 1.7 per 1,000 residents, remains 38% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area's community-oriented policing and lower population density. These shifts illustrate the complex relationship between local conditions and crime patterns, with no single factor clearly driving the changes observed.

Emsworth's crime rate in June 2024 rose by 33.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.2 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This upward shift, though still well below the UK average, suggests a temporary fluctuation in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two reported crimes each day in June—a figure that, while modest, underscores the ongoing presence of criminal activity within a tightly knit community. When scaled to population size, the monthly exposure rate of one crime per 179 residents offers a tangible sense of risk for residents. This statistic, though low compared to national averages, invites consideration of local factors such as seasonal changes, community engagement, and the interplay between population density and crime patterns. The relatively stable population size of 12,182 further contextualises these figures, ensuring that any variations in crime rates can be attributed to specific incidents or environmental factors rather than demographic shifts.