Emsworth Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Emsworth's crime profile in August 2025 reveals a complex picture of low overall rates juxtaposed with significant spikes in specific categories. The built-up area's crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents — 40.7% below the UK average — underscores its status as a relatively safe location. However, the dominance of violence and sexual offences (48 cases, 81.4% of all crimes) highlights a stark contrast to the UK's average of 2.9 per 1,000 for this category. This violent crime concentration, which is 36% above the UK average, suggests a unique local dynamic that may be influenced by Emsworth's seasonal rhythms. As a coastal town within Havant, August's peak tourism season likely contributes to increased foot traffic in public spaces, potentially exacerbating incidents of violence. Meanwhile, possession of weapons (4 cases, 233% above the UK average) and anti-social behaviour (2 cases, 86% below the UK average) illustrate the area's mixed profile: while some crime types align with national trends, others deviate sharply. The low property crime rate — just 3 cases (0.3 per 1,000) — contrasts with the UK's higher burglary and theft rates, reflecting Emsworth's smaller scale and community-focused policing. Seasonal context further complicates this picture, as August's empty homes and transient populations may heighten burglary risks, even as other crime types remain subdued.

The most striking change in August 2025 was the 182.4% increase in violence and sexual offences, which rose from 17 to 48 cases. This jump, despite Emsworth's overall rate remaining 40.7% below the UK average, suggests a localized intensification of violent crime. Possession of weapons also doubled, rising from 2 to 4 cases, a 100% increase that places Emsworth's rate 233% above the UK average for this category. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 80% (from 10 to 2 cases), and other theft dropped by 85.7% (from 7 to 1 case), indicating a possible seasonal shift in criminal activity patterns. Burglary — which had not occurred in July — rose to one incident, a 100% increase that could be linked to the August peak in tourism and empty homes, as seasonal context suggests. These divergent trends highlight the combination of local factors and national averages, with Emsworth's violent crime surge standing in stark contrast to its generally low property crime rates.

Emsworth's crime rate in August 2025 rose by 3.4% from the previous month, moving from 4.7 to 4.8 per 1,000 residents. This modest increase contrasts with the broader UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, which means Emsworth remains 40.7% below the national benchmark. Locally, this translates to an average of two reported crimes per day over the 31-day period — a figure that, while low, warrants attention given the sharp rise in violent crime. On a population-scaled basis, the monthly exposure of one crime for every 206 residents highlights the relatively low risk faced by Emsworth residents compared to the UK average. However, the 3.4% month-on-month increase suggests a need for vigilance, particularly in light of the significant spike in violence and sexual offences. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the concentration of violent crime in a small built-up area raises questions about localized factors, such as increased summer foot traffic or seasonal social dynamics, that could be influencing these trends.