Havant Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2024, Havant recorded 920 crimes, translating to a crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 2.7% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a modest but notable distinction. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.8% of all reported incidents (412 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (9.1%) and shoplifting (9.1%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of January, a month marked by post-holiday transitions, reduced retail activity, and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to shifts in crime distribution. Violence and sexual offences, in particular, exceed the UK average by 23%, a discrepancy that may be influenced by local factors such as community dynamics or policing priorities. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting both show higher-than-average rates, though these are balanced by categories like vehicle crime and burglary, which are significantly below the UK average. The seasonal context of January—characterised by lower foot traffic in retail and leisure areas—likely plays a role in shaping these patterns, with fewer opportunities for theft and public order offences but more incidents of interpersonal violence. This interplay between local conditions and national averages offers a nuanced picture of Havant's crime profile, where some areas of concern stand out while others demonstrate relative safety.

January 2024 saw a sharp 114.3% rise in possession of weapons, from 7 to 15 incidents—a jump that may reflect heightened tensions or shifts in local dynamics. Concurrently, other crime increased by 75.0%, suggesting broader patterns of activity. However, some categories showed declines: robbery fell by 66.7% (9 to 3), and bicycle theft dropped by 28.6% (7 to 5), possibly due to reduced outdoor activity during shorter days. Violent crimes, at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, were 23% above the UK average, highlighting a critical area for focus. Conversely, anti-social behaviour was 29% below the UK average, indicating effective community interventions or lower foot traffic in public spaces. These mixed trends underscore the complexity of crime dynamics in Havant, where certain categories spike while others recede.

Havant's crime rate in January 2024 rose by 10.0% compared to December 2023, moving from 6.6 to 7.2 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns during the post-holiday period. On average, 30 crimes were reported daily in the area—a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 138 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure rate. Given Havant's population of 126,985, this means that the likelihood of encountering crime is relatively low, though the rise in certain categories deserves closer attention. The daily crime count, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for sustained community engagement and policing efforts to address emerging trends.