Emsworth Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2024, Emsworth maintained a crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 50% below the UK average of 8.4. This stark contrast highlights the area's relative safety compared to national trends, particularly in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which were 54% below the UK average. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (16 incidents), followed by other theft (10) and public order offences (8). These patterns suggest a focus on interpersonal disputes and property-related issues, though the overall low rate indicates effective community management or demographic factors. Seasonal context may partly explain the distribution of crimes, as longer evenings and bank holidays in May could contribute to increased socialising and associated public order incidents. The relatively low levels of burglary (2 incidents) and vehicle crime (3) further reinforce Emsworth's position as a safer built-up area compared to the UK average. While direct causes for these trends, the area's characteristics—including a strong sense of community, limited industrial activity, and proximity to natural spaces—may play a role in mitigating crime. The absence of significant spikes in violent crime, despite the seasonal factors, suggests that local initiatives or policing strategies could be contributing to the area's continued safety. This per-capita perspective underscores that, for residents of Emsworth, the risk of encountering crime is markedly lower than the national average, with everyday life in the area likely involving minimal exposure to criminal activity.

May 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with criminal damage and arson surging by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents) and other crime doubling (from 1 to 2). These increases contrast sharply with notable declines in anti-social behaviour (-70%), shoplifting (-66.7%), and vehicle crime (-62.5%). The shift in crime mix suggests a move away from property-related offences towards more disruptive incidents, though the overall rate remains far below UK averages. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 31.4% of all crimes, were 54% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Meanwhile, other thefts were 38% above the UK average, indicating a localised challenge in this category. Residents may find the 70% reduction in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it aligns with the area's generally low crime profile and could reflect improved community policing or seasonal factors. The sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, however, raises questions about potential triggers, such as increased outdoor activity during longer evenings or unaddressed property vulnerabilities.

Emsworth's crime rate in May 2024 dropped by 32% from 6.2 to 4.2 per 1,000 residents, a decline that places it firmly below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 239 residents, highlighting the relatively low exposure to crime in this built-up area. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that reflects the sparse distribution of incidents across the population. When compared to the previous month, the reduction in anti-social behaviour (a 70% decrease) and shoplifting (a 66.7% drop) suggests a shift in local activity patterns, possibly influenced by the transition into summer and changes in public behaviour. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Emsworth's residents face a significantly lower risk of crime than the national average, with the area's crime rate being half that of the UK as a whole. This contrast underscores the unique characteristics of Emsworth, where community engagement and local initiatives may play a role in maintaining lower crime levels, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such links.