Emsworth Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Emsworth’s crime profile in January 2025 reveals a delicate balance between property and violent crime, with property crimes (20 incidents) narrowly edging out violent crimes (18 incidents) in total numbers. This dynamic contrasts with the UK average, where violent crime typically dominates. The overall crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents places Emsworth 45.1% below the UK average of 7.1, a significant disparity that suggests underlying factors such as population density, community cohesion, or local policing strategies may be at play. The most prevalent category, violence and sexual offences (18 incidents, 38.3% of total crimes), is 40% below the UK average for this category, which may reflect Emsworth’s relatively stable social environment or effective community interventions. Other theft (7 incidents, 14.9% of total) is the second most common category, though it is 22% above the UK average for this type of crime. Seasonal context offers some insight: January, as a post-holiday period with shorter days and reduced retail footfall, likely contributes to lower outdoor crime rates, which aligns with the data showing lower property crime rates compared to other months. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences may indicate specific vulnerabilities within the area, such as targeted incidents in residential or public spaces. This balance between property and violent crime suggests a combination of local factors that warrant further analysis.

January 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime categories, with other theft surging by 250% (from 2 to 7 incidents) and burglary rising 200% (from 1 to 3). These increases may be linked to seasonal shifts, as post-holiday periods often see spikes in theft-related incidents. Conversely, shoplifting dropped 71.4% (from 7 to 2 incidents), possibly reflecting reduced retail activity during January’s shorter days and colder weather. The property-violent crime balance also shifted: while property crimes (20) slightly outnumbered violent crimes (18), the most common category, violence and sexual offences, remained 40% below the UK average for this type of crime. This divergence from the national trend highlights Emsworth’s unique characteristics—a more community-oriented environment that mitigates violent crime but does not fully eliminate it. Other theft’s 22% above-UK-average rate may indicate specific local challenges, such as targeted retail theft in high-traffic areas. For residents, the 250% increase in other theft underscores the need for vigilance in securing valuables during periods of heightened activity.

Emsworth’s crime rate remained stable at 3.9 per 1,000 residents in January 2025, matching the previous month’s rate and marking a 2.0% decrease from the prior month. This consistency suggests no major disruptions in local crime patterns, though the overall rate remains far below the UK average. On a daily basis, Emsworth recorded roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that would be considered low even by regional standards. Monthly exposure data shows that over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for every 259 residents—a rate that, when compared to the UK’s broader context, positions Emsworth as one of the safer built-up areas in the country. The population-scaled perspective further emphasizes this safety: with 12,182 residents, the 47 total crimes represent a manageable burden for local services. While Emsworth’s crime rate is exceptionally low, the 22% above-UK-average rate for other theft suggests targeted challenges that could benefit from localized strategies. This contrast between Emsworth’s overall safety and specific vulnerabilities illustrates the importance of granular crime analysis in tailoring community responses.