Horndean Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Horndean's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 38.1% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This consistent underperformance relative to national benchmarks suggests a combination of local factors, including the area's character as a built-up district within Havant. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.5% of all reported crimes, followed by public order offences (11.6%) and other theft (8.7%). These figures align with patterns observed in similar suburban and commuter-focused areas, where high street activity and community interactions often influence crime profiles. The seasonal context of May—characterised by bank holidays, extended evenings, and increased outdoor socialising—may have contributed to the prominence of public order offences, though this remains a likely rather than definitive explanation. The area's violent crime rate (2.3 per 1,000) is 19% below the UK average, indicating a relatively stable environment for residents despite the overall rise in reported crimes. This data underscores Horndean's position as a low-crime locale compared to national standards, though localised fluctuations in specific categories warrant closer attention.

May 2024 saw a dramatic 120% increase in burglary, with reported incidents rising from five to 11. This surge, the most significant month-on-month shift in the dataset, contrasts sharply with the 66.7% rise in public order offences, which climbed from 12 to 20. Both trends suggest heightened activity in areas where property vulnerabilities and social interactions overlap, potentially linked to the seasonal shift toward longer evenings and increased foot traffic. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by two-thirds (66.7%), and drugs offences dropped by 33.3%, indicating possible short-term reductions in more serious crime categories. The area's violent crime rate (2.3 per 1,000) remains 19% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.3 per 1,000) is 79% below national levels, highlighting a stark contrast in local enforcement or community dynamics. For residents, the 120% increase in burglary is a critical data point, suggesting targeted measures may be necessary to address property vulnerabilities during peak social periods.

Horndean's crime rate in May 2024 rose 17.1% compared to the previous month's 4.4 per 1,000, reflecting a noticeable upward trend in local reporting. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately six crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the need for continuous monitoring. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 192 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average when scaled to Horndean's population of 33,300. This statistic illustrates the area's continued position as a relatively safe environment, even as specific crime categories fluctuate. The comparison to the previous month highlights the importance of tracking short-term shifts, as the 17.1% increase may be influenced by factors such as seasonal transitions or temporary changes in community activity patterns. Population-scaled perspectives reinforce that, while individual crime types may rise or fall, the overall profile of Horndean remains distinct from national trends.