Havant Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Havant, seven crimes were reported in December 2024, placing the local authority district 1.4% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This rate, while modest, translates to a tangible risk for residents, with one in every 144 individuals experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.9% of all incidents, a category where Havant’s rate was 21% above the UK average. This pattern aligns with the area’s seasonal context, as December typically brings heightened activity in retail and nightlife sectors, both of which can contribute to higher rates of violent crime. Anti-social behaviour and shoplifting followed as the second and third most common crimes, respectively, with the former being 26% below the UK average. The seasonal dynamics of December—characterised by Christmas shopping, extended evenings, and the presence of temporary residents—likely influenced these trends. For instance, the rise in shoplifting may be linked to increased foot traffic in commercial areas, while the lower rate of anti-social behaviour could reflect the community’s efforts to maintain order during the festive period. These findings underscore the importance of contextualising crime data within local environments, where factors such as population density, economic activity, and social events interact to shape crime patterns.

December 2024 saw a stark rise in robbery, with incidents surging by 133.3% compared to the previous month, moving from three to seven cases. This increase, though small in absolute terms, signals a potential shift in criminal activity during the festive season. Conversely, burglary dropped by 42.9%, likely influenced by seasonal factors such as holiday-related home closures and increased police presence in high-risk areas. Vehicle crime also fell by 31.8%, possibly linked to reduced traffic and more cautious driving during the winter months. Havant’s rate of violence and sexual offences was 21% above the UK average, a figure that contrasts with the 26% below average for anti-social behaviour. These divergences highlight the area’s unique crime profile, where public safety concerns in violent crime coexist with relatively lower levels of disorderly conduct.

Havant’s December 2024 crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents marked a 9.6% decline from the previous month’s rate of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a notable shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 28 crimes per day in December, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the community. When scaled to the population of 126,985, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 144 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, illustrating that while crime remains present, its impact is relatively moderate compared to the UK average. The decrease in burglary and vehicle crime, alongside the rise in robbery, suggests a combination of seasonal factors and local activity patterns. These figures underscore the importance of understanding crime not just as raw numbers, but as a reflection of daily life in Havant.