Havant Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 126,985 residents, Havant recorded 795 crimes in January 2026, translating to a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 individuals. This figure is 4.5% below the UK average of 6.6 per 1,000, marking Havant as a relatively safer area compared to the national benchmark. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 46.7% of all reported crimes (371 incidents). This was followed by anti-social behaviour (12.2%) and public order offences (7.9%). The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours—likely contributed to a shift in crime patterns, with fewer outdoor crimes and more incidents concentrated in social spaces. Violent crimes in Havant exceeded the UK average by 19%, which may partly explain the overall rate's proximity to the national figure despite lower property crime rates. The area's character as a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial zones could influence these dynamics. The lower-than-UK-average rates for property crimes, such as burglary (2.8% below) and vehicle crime (46% below), suggest effective policing or environmental factors in reducing such incidents. These trends align with Havant's historical profile as a relatively low-crime area, though the prominence of violent offences highlights areas for targeted intervention.

January 2026 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories compared to December 2025. Bicycle theft surged by 150%, rising from 2 to 5 incidents, a stark increase that may reflect seasonal shifts in cycling activity or targeted criminal behavior. Other crime also rose by 28.6%, with 14 cases in December growing to 18 in January, potentially indicating a broader trend in unclassified incidents. Meanwhile, robbery fell by 50%, dropping from 8 to 4 cases, which could be attributed to increased police presence or public awareness campaigns during the post-holiday period. Criminal damage and arson decreased by 38.4% (from 86 to 53 cases), linked to reduced outdoor activity and lower temperatures curbing arson-related incidents. Violence and sexual offences, however, remained high in Havant, with a rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents—19% above the UK average. This category's dominance, comprising nearly half of all crimes, contrasts with lower-than-average rates for property crimes like burglary (29% below UK) and vehicle crime (46% below). These disparities suggest a need for focused strategies to address violent crime while leveraging the success of property crime reduction efforts.

The crime rate in Havant for January 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents) represents a 4.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.6 per 1,000, indicating a modest but measurable improvement in public safety. Translating this to daily context, the area experienced an average of 26 crimes per day, a figure that may seem high but is consistent with Havant's historical crime profile. On a monthly scale, the data reveals that one reported crime occurred for every 160 residents—a ratio that underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of over 126,000 people. When compared to the UK average, Havant's lower property crime rates (e.g. burglary 29% below, vehicle crime 46% below) suggest effective local measures, though the elevated violent crime rate (19% above UK) highlights persistent challenges. This contrast aligns with Havant's character as a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial areas, where social interactions and public spaces may contribute to higher rates of violence and anti-social behaviour. The monthly exposure metric (1-in-160 residents) provides a tangible reference for residents, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance and community engagement to address the area's specific crime challenges.