Emsworth Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Emsworth's crime profile in January 2026 reveals a distinct balance between property and violent crime, with property-related incidents dominating the overall rate. The area's crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents—20.6% below the UK average—reflects a combination of factors shaped by local demographics and seasonal patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 27.3% of all crimes, a figure that remains significantly below the UK average of 40%. This contrast with the UK trend may be influenced by Emsworth's built-up character within Havant, where community policing efforts and local initiatives could contribute to lower violent crime levels. Anti-social behaviour, however, emerged as a growing concern, making up 19.7% of total crimes and exceeding the UK average by 18%. This increase may be linked to post-holiday social activity and the area's proximity to larger urban centres, which can amplify incidents of public disorder. Criminal damage and arson, at 16.7% of all crimes, also stood out as a category 88% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in specific neighbourhoods. The seasonal context of January—marked by shorter days and reduced retail footfall—likely contributed to the lower incidence of shoplifting, which fell 65% below the UK average. While property crimes overall (40.9% of total) remained stable, the breakdown indicates a combination of local conditions and national trends. The area's relatively low crime rate, despite these spikes in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, underscores the importance of maintaining community-focused strategies that address both immediate incidents and underlying patterns.

The month-on-month shift in crime types reveals a striking contrast between property and violent crime. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 19.7% of total crimes in January, rose sharply from 4 to 13 incidents—a 225% increase. This surge outpaced the UK average by 18%, suggesting localised pressures that may relate to post-holiday social dynamics. Meanwhile, violent crimes decreased by 18.2%, with 18 incidents reported in January compared to 22 in December. This decline, though notable, still places violence and sexual offences as the most common category at 27.3% of total crimes, significantly below the UK average of 40% for the same category. Property crimes, which accounted for 40.9% of all incidents, showed no major month-on-month change but remained 65% below the UK average for shoplifting. A resident might find the 225% rise in anti-social behaviour particularly relevant, as it indicates a need for community-focused interventions in public spaces.

Emsworth's crime rate in January 2026 rose 8.2% from 5.0 to 5.4 per 1,000 residents compared to December 2025. This increase, while modest, reflects shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. Daily crime statistics show 2 incidents reported per day on average, a figure that may appear low but accumulates to 66 total crimes over the month. When scaled to the population, this equates to one reported crime for every 185 residents across the course of January—a monthly aggregate that provides context for residents considering their personal risk. The local rate remains 20.6% below the UK average, yet the composition of crimes in Emsworth diverges from national trends. While violent crimes fell by 18.2% month-on-month, anti-social behaviour surged by 225%, highlighting a localised shift in criminal activity that may reflect seasonal or community-specific factors.