Havant Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Havant’s crime rate in April 2025 (6.6 per 1,000 residents) placed it 14.3% below the UK average, reflecting a safer-than-national profile. The area’s crime picture was dominated by violence and sexual offences (43.4% of total crimes), public order offences (11.9%), and anti-social behaviour (9.6%). These figures align with Havant’s character as a coastal commuter town with a mix of residential, retail, and leisure spaces. The relatively high proportion of violent crimes may be partly explained by the town’s proximity to larger urban centres and the presence of public spaces that see significant foot traffic, especially during the Easter holiday period. Conversely, the lower-than-average rates for burglary (63% below UK), vehicle crime (47% below UK), and other theft (20% below UK) could be attributed to Havant’s suburban layout and community-focused policing efforts. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to spring and increased outdoor activity, likely influenced the rise in public order offences and the surge in bicycle theft. The overall trend suggests that Havant’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of local geography, population demographics, and seasonal rhythms, with areas for improvement in reducing violent crime and addressing public order challenges.

April 2025 saw a dramatic 400% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 2 to 10 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may be linked to increased cycling during spring and Easter-related activities. Vehicle crime also rose by 21.1%, from 19 to 23, potentially reflecting higher traffic or seasonal changes in parking patterns. Public order offences climbed by 19.3% (83 to 99), a trend that could be tied to the Easter holiday period, which often sees increased foot traffic in Havant’s town centres. Conversely, several categories showed notable declines: other crime dropped by 28% (25 to 18), possession of weapons fell by 27.3% (11 to 8), and burglary decreased by 26.3% (19 to 14). These reductions may indicate effective policing or community initiatives. Havant’s violent crime rate (2.9 per 1,000) was 11% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.6 per 1,000) was 55% below the national figure, illustrating a complex mix of local dynamics.

Havant's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 5.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.9. This decline positions the area as one of the safer local authority districts in the UK, with a rate 14.3% below the national average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, approximately 28 crimes were reported in Havant over the 30-day period, a figure that reflects the local context but remains distinct from national daily averages, which are not provided. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate indicates that one crime occurred for roughly every 152 residents in Havant during April. This metric, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, offers a tangible sense of risk for residents. The area’s lower-than-average rates for burglary (63% below UK), vehicle crime (47% below UK), and other theft (20% below UK) suggest a combination of community factors and policing strategies that may contribute to the overall trend. However, the relatively higher rates of public order offences (48% above UK) and violence and sexual offences (11% above UK) highlight specific challenges that contrast with the broader safety profile.