South Hayling Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

South Hayling’s crime rate in July 2025 stood at 7.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 11.6% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This performance contrasts with the national picture, where violence and sexual offences dominate, yet in South Hayling, these crimes accounted for 49.2% of the total, significantly higher than the UK average of 25%. Anti-social behaviour (15.3% of total crimes) and public order offences (8.1%) followed, though both categories remained below their respective UK averages. The area’s crime profile reflects its character as a built-up area within Havant, where seasonal factors likely contribute to patterns. July, a peak summer month with schools closed and tourism in full swing, may have influenced the prominence of violence and sexual offences, which often escalate during large gatherings and festivals. While property crimes (28 total) remained relatively low, the high proportion of violent crime suggests a need to consider local dynamics such as increased foot traffic in public spaces or targeted incidents during events. The overall rate, though lower than the UK average, highlights a mix of localised challenges and relative success in curbing non-violent crime.

July 2025 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+216.7%), other crime (+100%), and possession of weapons (+100%), with anti-social behaviour rising from six to 19 incidents. This surge may partly explain the dominance of violence and sexual offences, which remained 25% above the UK average. Conversely, burglary fell by 80% (from five to one incident), and shoplifting decreased by 40% (from five to three), suggesting potential success in targeted interventions or seasonal factors reducing opportunities for theft. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast: while violent crime outpaces UK averages, categories like shoplifting (69% below UK average) and drug-related offences (64% below UK average) show marked underperformance nationally. For residents, the 14.7% increase in the overall crime rate from June 2025 (6.7 per 1,000) underscores the need for vigilance, particularly in managing anti-social behaviour, which now constitutes nearly one in six crimes reported. The 4.8% rise in vehicle crime, though modest, highlights a growing concern in an area where commuter traffic and summer events may intersect.

South Hayling’s crime rate in July 2025 rose by 14.7% compared to June 2025, moving from 6.7 to 7.6 per 1,000 residents. While this increase places the area slightly closer to the UK average, it remains 11.6% below the national figure. Daily crime statistics show 4 incidents reported each day in July, a rate that, while modest, reflects the area’s built-up nature and seasonal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 131 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in a population of 16,227. This ratio suggests that while the absolute number of crimes is manageable, the concentration in specific categories—particularly violence and sexual offences—demands targeted attention. Compared to the UK, South Hayling’s performance in categories like shoplifting (69% below UK average) and drug-related offences (64% below UK average) indicates a generally safer environment, though the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour highlights a localised challenge. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that South Hayling’s crime profile, while not immune to seasonal fluctuations, remains distinct from the national average in both its strengths and areas requiring focus.