Horndean Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Horndean's crime rate in March 2025 was 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 48.7% below the UK average of 7.8. This consistent underperformance relative to national figures suggests a combination of local factors, including the built-up area's infrastructure and potential community-focused policing efforts. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50.8% of all reported incidents, a rate that is 27% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed at 13.4% of total crimes, with a 60% deficit compared to the UK average, indicating a lower prevalence of disruptive public conduct. Criminal damage and arson accounted for 7.5% of incidents, another category where Horndean's rate was 47% below the national average. The seasonal context of March, with its transition to spring and the extension of daylight hours, may have influenced these patterns. Longer evenings could have contributed to increased opportunities for anti-social behaviour, while the absence of major retail activity during this period may explain the significant drop in shoplifting compared to other months. The overall crime profile reflects a balance between persistent challenges in violent crime and comparatively low rates in property-related offences. This suggests that while the area maintains a safer environment than the UK average, targeted interventions may still be necessary to address the more prevalent violent crime incidents.

March 2025 saw a 46.2% drop in shoplifting, the most significant decrease among crime categories, likely reflecting seasonal shifts as spring approached. Conversely, anti-social behaviour rose by 12.5%, potentially linked to increased social activity during longer evenings. Other crime and drug-related offences both increased by 33.3%, suggesting emerging trends that require closer monitoring. Violence and sexual offences, which made up 50.8% of all crimes, remained 27% below the UK average, highlighting a persistent disparity in this category. The area's vehicle crime rate was 74% below the UK average, a statistic that may resonate with local residents concerned about theft from vehicles. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of crime patterns and the need for targeted community engagement strategies to address specific rising concerns.

Horndean's crime rate in March 2025 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a 6.9% decrease from the previous month's 4.3. This places the area 48.7% below the UK average of 7.8, a gap that has remained consistent over recent months. On a daily basis, approximately 4 crimes were reported each day in March, a figure that translates to roughly one reported crime for every 249 residents over the course of the month. When scaled to the area's population of 33,300, this suggests that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is significantly lower than the national average. The shift in crime mix from February to March shows a notable reduction in shoplifting, which fell by 46.2%, while anti-social behaviour increased by 12.5%. These fluctuations align with seasonal patterns, as the transition to spring and longer evenings may have influenced outdoor activities and community interactions. The relatively low crime rate compared to the UK average is consistent with Horndean's character as a built-up area within Havant, where urban infrastructure and community policing initiatives may contribute to a safer environment.