Emsworth Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Emsworth's September 2025 crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents places it 45.9% below the UK average of 7.4, a stark contrast to the national picture. The area's crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (34.7% of total crimes), followed by other theft (16.3%) and public order issues (12.2%). This distribution suggests a mix of personal and community-level challenges, though the overall low rate indicates effective local crime prevention. Seasonal factors may play a role, as the transition to autumn and back-to-school routines could influence crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, fell sharply from August levels, linked to increased community activity during the academic term. However, other theft cases surged by 700%, highlighting vulnerabilities in specific areas. Public order offences, while below the UK average, remained a consistent concern. The area's low crime rate relative to the UK suggests structural factors—such as strong community ties, local policing, or demographic characteristics—that mitigate criminal activity. These patterns align with Emsworth's status as a built-up area within Havant, where residential stability and limited commercial density may contribute to lower crime levels. The seasonal context of September, with nights drawing in and school routines resuming, likely influences both violent and property crime trends, though the exact mechanisms remain to be explored.

September 2025 saw a dramatic 700% increase in 'other theft' cases, rising from 1 to 8 incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, contrasts sharply with the 64.6% decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 48 to 17. The drop in violent crime may partly explain Emsworth's 45.9% below UK average rate. Meanwhile, 'other theft' now exceeds the UK average by 40%, a significant divergence. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 150%, reflecting potential pressures from back-to-school routines. 'possession of weapons' fell by 50% to 2 incidents, remaining 186% above the UK average. The area's property crime rate (18) and violent crime rate (17) are nearly evenly split, differing from the UK's broader distribution. These shifts illustrate the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with specific categories responding to seasonal rhythms.

Emsworth's crime rate in September 2025 fell to 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a 16.9% drop from the previous month's 4.8. This reduction places the area significantly below the UK average of 7.4, with the gap widening to 45.9% below the national rate. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported across the 30-day period, translating to a local frequency of one crime for every 249 residents over the month. This monthly exposure figure, while low, highlights the area's consistently lower crime levels compared to the UK. The population-scaled perspective reinforces Emsworth's status as a relatively safe built-up area within Havant. With 12,182 residents, the low crime rate suggests effective local policing or community factors that mitigate criminal activity. The shift from August to September also reflects seasonal patterns, as back-to-school routines may contribute to reduced opportunities for certain crimes.