South Hayling Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, South Hayling maintained a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000 (37.3% lower). This figure, while modest, reflects a combination of local conditions and seasonal factors. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (29 incidents, 38.2% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (13 incidents, 17.1%) and public order offences (8 incidents, 10.5%). The balance between property and violent crimes was strikingly even, with 28 property crimes recorded compared to 29 violent crimes—a rarity in built-up areas where property crime often dominates. This near-parity may signal underlying social dynamics, such as increased community interaction or the influence of November-specific events like Bonfire Night, which can heighten tensions in public spaces. The UK average for violence and sexual offences stood at 2.6 per 1,000, meaning South Hayling’s rate was 31% below this benchmark. However, criminal damage and arson exceeded the UK average by 36%, a stark contrast that could be linked to the area’s rural-adjacent character, where vandalism may be more visible or less deterred by urban surveillance. Seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours and the absence of summer tourism likely contributed to the subdued overall crime rate, though the spike in criminal damage remains an outlier requiring further analysis.

November 2023 saw a 160.0% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 5 to 13 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with declines in shoplifting (-66.7%) and vehicle crime (-62.5%), which fell to 1 and 3 incidents respectively. The balance between property and violent crimes shifted with 29 violent crimes recorded compared to 28 property crimes—a near-even split that diverges from typical patterns in similar areas. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 38.2% of total crimes, though this rate was 31% below the UK average. Residents may find the 82% reduction in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, suggesting effective local measures or seasonal factors such as Black Friday shopping sprees reducing opportunities for theft. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in South Hayling, where targeted interventions could further address the rise in vandalism while maintaining progress in other areas.

South Hayling's crime rate in November 2023 fell to 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a 31.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as November’s shorter evenings and the absence of major summer events may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, reflecting a relatively low frequency compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 214 residents, a figure that places the area well below the UK average when scaled to population size. This monthly exposure rate suggests that residents face a lower risk of encountering crime than the national average, though local variations in policing and community engagement may contribute to this outcome. The population context further highlights that South Hayling’s 16,227 residents see fewer crimes proportionally, reinforcing the area’s position as a safer built-up zone within Havant. These figures, while consistent with historical patterns, require ongoing monitoring to ensure sustained safety outcomes.