Horndean Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Horndean’s crime profile in August 2023, accounting for 46.8% of all reported incidents. This category, at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, was exactly aligned with the UK average for the same category, yet overall crime rates for the area were 29.6% below the national figure of 8.1 per 1,000. The 5.7 per 1,000 rate for Horndean reflected a combination of factors, including the area’s character as a smaller built-up area within Havant. Seasonal dynamics likely contributed to the prominence of violent crime, as August is typically a peak period for social activity and outdoor events. While property crimes accounted for 35% of the total (66 incidents), the violent crime share was higher than the UK average for the category, which stands at 2.6 per 1,000. This suggests localised patterns that may partly explain the imbalance, possibly linked to the area’s proximity to leisure and retail hubs. The low rates of anti-social behaviour (7.5% of total crimes) and shoplifting (4.3%) further contrast with national trends, indicating a community profile that diverges from typical urban crime profiles. The overall rate of 5.7 per 1,000 aligns with the character of a smaller, less densely populated built-up area where community cohesion and policing presence may contribute to lower levels of certain crime types. August’s seasonal context, with extended evenings and increased social gatherings, may have amplified opportunities for violent incidents, though this remains a tentative observation given the data constraints.

August 2023 saw a 200% increase in burglary compared to July, jumping from 3 to 9 incidents. This sharp rise, though still below the UK average for burglary (0.3 per 1,000), raises questions about potential factors such as the seasonal increase in empty homes during the summer holidays. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 54.8%, from 31 to 14 incidents, marking the most significant decrease in the month. This decline aligns with the UK average for the category, which stood at 1.4 per 1,000. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast between Horndean and the UK: anti-social behaviour was 72% below the national average, while violent crime was exactly in line with the UK figure for that category. Residents may find the 7.5% of total crimes classified as anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as this is significantly lower than the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. The sharp rise in burglary, however, stands out as a key data point for local stakeholders to consider in the context of August’s seasonal dynamics.

Horndean’s crime rate in August 2023 rose 3.9% from July’s 5.4 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend in overall incidents. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 6 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, highlights the persistent nature of local crime patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 177 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Horndean firmly within the lower end of the UK spectrum for crime density. This ratio, when considered alongside the area’s population of 33,300, underscores the relative safety of the built-up area compared to larger urban centres. The 29.6% gap between Horndean’s rate and the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000 is particularly striking, as it suggests a combination of local factors—such as community policing strategies, demographic composition, and physical geography—that contribute to lower overall crime levels. While the increase from July may appear concerning, the context of a population-scaled perspective reveals that the area remains significantly safer than the national average, even with the upward shift in August.