Havant Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Havant, 7 crimes were reported in December 2024—a rate that translates to one crime for roughly every 144 residents over the course of the month. This figure is 1.4% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, though the distribution of crime types reveals a complex picture. Violence and sexual offences dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 44.9% of all crimes, a share significantly higher than the UK average for this category. This concentration may reflect the area's mix of urban centres and suburban communities, where festive events and late-night gatherings could increase exposure to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, fell 26% below the UK average, due to the season's focus on community activities and heightened police visibility during holiday periods. The data also highlights a notable spike in shoplifting (0.6 per 1,000), aligning with the Christmas shopping peak. Seasonal factors—dark evenings, holiday absences, and the influx of visitors—likely contribute to these patterns. Havant's crime profile thus illustrates how local rhythms, from retail activity to social events, shape the risk landscape for residents.

December 2024 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with robbery incidents surging by 133.3% (from 3 to 7) and 'other crime' rising by 85.7% (from 14 to 26). These increases, though small in absolute terms, may signal shifting patterns linked to holiday-related disruptions or unmet demand for services. Conversely, burglary fell by 42.9% (28 to 16), a drop consistent with the season's empty homes and heightened police presence in high-risk areas. Vehicle crime also declined by 31.8% (44 to 30), potentially reflecting reduced traffic during winter holidays and fewer opportunities for theft. Havant's violent crime rate (3.1 per 1,000) is 21% above the UK average, a disparity that could be attributed to the area's mix of urban and suburban spaces, where alcohol-fuelled incidents during late-night events may contribute. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 23.2% (112 to 86), linked to seasonal lulls in public gatherings.

Havant's crime rate in December 2024 fell to 7.0 per 1,000 residents, a 9.6% decrease from the previous month's 7.7 per 1,000. This shift aligns with seasonal patterns, as December's darker evenings and holiday-related absences may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. Daily, the area saw approximately 28 crimes reported, a figure that contextualises the rate as roughly one crime for every 144 residents over the course of the month. When compared to the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, Havant's rate is 1.4% lower, though this marginal difference masks stark variations in specific crime types. For instance, violent crimes in Havant are 21% above the UK average, suggesting local factors such as increased social gatherings or seasonal tensions may play a role. Conversely, burglary rates are 68% below the UK average, reflecting Havant's suburban layout and community-focused policing strategies. These disparities highlight how local demographics and geography interact with national crime trends, offering a nuanced picture of safety that goes beyond aggregate statistics.