Havant Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Havant’s overall crime rate in June 2025 stood at 6.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This marks the fourth consecutive month of decline in the local authority district, though the pace of reduction slowed compared to earlier in the year. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 43.0% of all reported incidents, followed closely by anti-social behaviour (9.9%) and shoplifting (9.3%). The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and the beginning of the tourism season in coastal areas—may partly explain the persistent focus on violent crime, as increased foot traffic and social interactions in public spaces could contribute to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour in Havant remains significantly below the UK average (51% lower), a pattern consistent with the area’s relatively low levels of disorder compared to other parts of the country. The local breakdown also shows that shoplifting, while a major category, is 5% below the national average, suggesting local retail strategies or community engagement efforts may be effective in mitigating such crime. However, the dominance of violent crime raises questions about the interplay between demographic factors and the area’s social fabric, particularly as Havant’s population includes a mix of residents and seasonal visitors.

The most dramatic shift in June 2025 was the 158.3% increase in vehicle crime, with reported incidents rising from 12 to 31 compared to May. This surge, though unexplained by the data, may reflect seasonal patterns such as increased car use during summer or changes in parking behaviour around local attractions. Robbery also saw a sharp 116.7% rise, from six to 13 cases, a jump that could be linked to the start of the tourist season and the concentration of high-value assets in certain areas. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 50.0% (from four to two incidents), due to increased awareness campaigns or the timing of summer holidays affecting theft opportunities. Anti-social behaviour remained 51% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect Havant’s community policing efforts or the area’s lower density of nightlife venues. The breakdown also shows that ‘other crime’—a vague category encompassing unclassified incidents—jumped by 65.0%, suggesting either a rise in underreported or misclassified offences or a need for more precise categorisation in local reporting. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 28.9%, from 76 to 54 cases, though this decline may be partly attributed to seasonal factors such as reduced vandalism during warmer weather.

Havant’s June 2025 crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents marked a 4.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.0 per 1,000, continuing a downward trend that has persisted for several months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 28 crimes per day in June—a figure that, while lower than the UK average, remains a tangible reminder of the local crime profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 149 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Havant in the lower half of UK local authority districts for overall safety. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it translates to a relatively low probability of being directly affected by crime compared to other areas. The population context also influences interpretation: with 126,985 residents, Havant’s size means that even small absolute changes in crime numbers can have statistically significant impacts on rates. For example, the 158.3% increase in vehicle crime—though a large percentage—corresponds to just 19 additional incidents over the month. This highlights the importance of considering both absolute numbers and rate-based metrics when assessing local safety. The comparison to the UK average further underscores Havant’s relatively secure position, though the persistent dominance of violent crime suggests targeted interventions may still be needed.