Havant Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

November 2023 saw Havant's overall crime rate remain 12.0% below the UK average, at 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This continued trend reflects a combination of sustained local efforts and seasonal patterns, though specific crime types reveal shifting dynamics. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 43.1% of all reported crimes — a rate 12% higher than the UK average. This may be partly explained by the area's mix of urban and suburban environments, where higher population density in certain zones could contribute to increased interpersonal conflicts. Public order offences also rose sharply, with a rate 32% above the UK average, linked to the timing of Bonfire Night and the heightened activity during Black Friday sales. In contrast, shoplifting rates in Havant were 9% below the UK average, due to the area's retail landscape being more concentrated in well-monitored high streets. The seasonal context of November — with its dark evenings and increased indoor activity — may also have contributed to the 34.4% drop in anti-social behaviour, as outdoor gatherings became less frequent. However, the 25% rise in theft from the person suggests a need for targeted awareness, particularly during periods of high foot traffic. These patterns highlight the combination of local geography, community behaviour, and national trends, requiring ongoing analysis to ensure that Havant's crime profile remains as low as possible.

The most significant month-on-month change was a 25.0% rise in theft from the person, with incidents increasing from 4 to 5. This small but notable jump may be linked to seasonal factors such as the heightened foot traffic during Black Friday shopping. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 34.4% (96 → 63), likely reflecting the impact of local initiatives or the natural decline in outdoor activity during darker evenings. Vehicle crime also dropped by 28.9% (45 → 32), possibly due to reduced commuter activity or improved security measures in parking areas. Havant's violent crime rate — 2.9 per 1,000 — is 12% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a discrepancy that may be influenced by the area's mix of urban and suburban environments. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates in Havant are 9% below the UK average, a contrast to the 32% increase in public order offences, which could be tied to local events or community dynamics.

Havant's overall crime rate in November 2023 fell to 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 14.8% decrease from October's 7.8 per 1,000. This brings the local rate 12.0% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a consistent trend that has persisted for several months. On a daily basis, 28 crimes were reported across the 30 days of November — a figure that, while lower than the previous month, still reflects the area's ongoing need for vigilance. When scaled to population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 151 residents. This rate is lower than the UK average for similar-sized areas, suggesting that local factors such as community engagement or police presence may be contributing to the sustained reduction. However, the drop in anti-social behaviour by 34.4% and vehicle crime by 28.9% indicates that targeted efforts in these areas have had a measurable impact, though the rise in theft from the person suggests shifting patterns that warrant further attention.