Horndean Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Horndean's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 39% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This continued trend of lower-than-average crime rates highlights Horndean's overall safety profile. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 34.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 17.4%. The area's crime picture is shaped by its character as a built-up area within Havant, a commuter-oriented town with a mix of residential and commercial spaces. Seasonal factors in October, including the transition to darker evenings and the approach of Halloween, may contribute to increased activity in certain crime categories. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, meaning Horndean's rate of 1.6 per 1,000 is 40% below, a significant divergence that suggests effective local policing or community engagement strategies. However, the sharp rise in public order offences and drug-related crimes underscores areas for further attention. These increases could be linked to the area's proximity to larger urban centres, where such issues may be more prevalent. While the overall crime rate remains stable, the shift in crime types indicates the need for targeted interventions. The low rate of vehicle crime, at 0.1 per 1,000 compared to the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, may reflect the area's relatively low traffic density or effective parking management. Overall, Horndean's crime profile in October 2025 illustrates a balance between sustained safety and emerging challenges that require continued monitoring.

October 2025 saw significant increases in three crime categories: drugs, public order offences, and criminal damage and arson. Drugs-related crimes surged by 200%, rising from 2 to 6 incidents, a sharp contrast to the previous month's figures. This jump may be linked to seasonal factors such as Halloween, which often sees increased activity in certain areas. Public order offences also rose sharply, increasing by 120% from 5 to 11 incidents, a trend that could be connected to the transition into darker evenings and the start of the festive season. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson doubled, moving from 6 to 12 cases, a concerning development that deserves closer attention from local authorities and residents. These increases occurred against a backdrop of declines in other categories, such as shoplifting (-47.6%) and robbery (-66.7%), suggesting a shift in crime patterns. Violent crimes remained the most common category, accounting for 34.8% of all reported incidents, though they still fell below the UK average for this category by 40%. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas where public order incidents are on the rise, as these may indicate broader social tensions or unaddressed local issues.

Horndean's crime rate in October 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, with a 2.0% increase from 4.6 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major short-term shifts in crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the overall low crime environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 215 residents, a statistic that contextualizes the monthly exposure for residents. With a population of 33,300, this means that the average resident faces a relatively low risk of being directly affected by crime compared to the UK average. However, the stability in the overall rate does not preclude specific crime types from showing significant variations, as seen in the breakdown of individual categories. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that while Horndean remains safer than the UK average, residents should remain vigilant about emerging trends, particularly in areas like public order and drug-related incidents.