Havant Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Havant's crime profile in July 2025, accounting for nearly half of all reported crimes. At 7.9 per 1,000 residents, the area's overall crime rate is 8.1% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy reflects a combination of local policing strategies and demographic factors, including Havant's status as a coastal town with a mix of residential, commercial, and tourist areas. The prevalence of violence and sexual offences—463 cases in total—suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk zones such as the town centre and popular nightlife areas. Anti-social behaviour (161 cases) and public order offences (98 cases) follow as the next most frequent categories, consistent with patterns observed in similar coastal communities during peak summer months. Seasonal factors likely play a role in these trends: with schools out and tourism at its height, increased foot traffic and outdoor activity may contribute to higher rates of public disorder. However, Havant's performance on certain categories, such as shoplifting (23% below UK average) and burglary (63% below UK average), indicates effective community policing or environmental crime prevention measures. These contrasting outcomes highlight the complexity of managing crime in a region that balances tourism, residential stability, and local economic activity.

July 2025 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with bicycle theft surging by 450% (from 2 to 11 cases) and theft from the person increasing by 150% (from 2 to 5 cases). These spikes, likely linked to increased outdoor activity during the summer months, contrast sharply with declines in other areas: robbery fell by 53.8% (from 13 to 6 cases), possibly reflecting reduced opportunities for targeted attacks during daylight hours. Havant's performance on selected categories reveals striking differences from the UK average—violence and sexual offences (3.7 per 1,000) are 22% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour (1.3 per 1,000) is 16% below. The town's burglary rate (0.1 per 1,000) is 63% below the UK average, suggesting effective home security measures or limited burglary opportunities in residential areas. Residents may find the 18.3% increase in crime rate from June 2025 (6.7 per 1,000) particularly concerning, though this rise appears concentrated in specific categories rather than a broad escalation across all crime types.

Havant's crime rate in July 2025 rose by 18.3% compared to June 2025's 6.7 per 1,000, marking the first monthly increase in the current year. This translates to approximately 33 crimes per day in July, a figure that, while lower than the UK average, highlights the impact of seasonal fluctuations on local crime dynamics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 126 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when considered alongside Havant's population of 126,985, suggests manageable levels of risk for most residents. However, the 8.1% gap between Havant's rate and the UK average (8.6 per 1,000) underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention efforts. This contrast is particularly evident in categories like burglary and shoplifting, where Havant's performance significantly outpaces national benchmarks. The rise in violent crime relative to the UK average, however, indicates areas for improvement in addressing specific local challenges. These comparisons reveal a nuanced picture: Havant's overall safety profile remains strong, but targeted interventions may be needed to address the growing concerns around violence and sexual offences during peak tourist seasons.