Emsworth Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Emsworth's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.7% below the UK average of 7.7. While the overall rate remains relatively low, the distribution of crime types reveals notable patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.9% of all crimes, the highest share, followed by other theft (11.4%) and anti-social behaviour (11.4%). This mix contrasts with the UK average, where violent crime rates are slightly lower (2.6 per 1,000) but other theft is 40% higher. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and springtime activity—likely contributes to increased outdoor interactions, which may explain the prominence of violent offences. However, the town's overall safety profile appears stronger than the national average, with categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage both significantly below UK rates. These disparities suggest Emsworth's unique character, possibly shaped by its compact built-up area and proximity to natural spaces that may influence both crime patterns and community dynamics.

April 2025 saw alarming spikes in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents) and anti-social behaviour rising 300% (from 2 to 8). These increases, though numerically small in absolute terms, signal a concerning shift in local crime trends. Burglary also doubled (1 to 2 cases), suggesting vulnerabilities in residential security that warrant attention. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, with 30 incidents—2.5 per 1,000 residents. This rate is 4% below the UK average for this category, a contrast to the 40% surge in other theft and 32% rise in vehicle crime compared to national benchmarks. Residents should be particularly vigilant around parking areas, given the 500% jump in vehicle-related offences, which may reflect increased foot traffic during the Easter period or unsecured vehicles in high-traffic zones. The sharp decline in criminal damage and arson (-60%, from 10 to 4) offers a counterpoint, potentially linked to seasonal factors or successful community initiatives targeting vandalism.

Emsworth's crime rate in April 2025 (5.8 per 1,000) represented a 45.9% increase from the previous month's rate of 3.9 per 1,000, reflecting a noticeable uptick in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, highlights the potential for localized spikes in certain categories. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 174 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualized within Emsworth's population of 12,182, suggests a manageable but not negligible level of risk. This exposure rate is lower than the UK average when considering specific categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, which are both 47% below national benchmarks. However, the stark increase in vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour underscores the need for targeted awareness, particularly in areas with higher transient populations or seasonal foot traffic. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Emsworth remains safer than the UK average overall, the recent shifts in crime patterns require careful monitoring to prevent further escalation.