Holbury Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 7,852, Holbury recorded 33 crimes in February 2025, translating to a crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 37.3% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently safer environment compared to national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 18 of the total 33 crimes—54.6% of the monthly total. This was followed by shoplifting (3 cases, 9.1%) and other theft (3 cases, 9.1%). The seasonal context of February—a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may partly explain the distribution of crime types, with fewer opportunities for outdoor-based offences such as vehicle crime. However, the prominence of violent crimes suggests factors beyond seasonal patterns, such as the area's built-up character within the New Forest, where social interactions and community dynamics could contribute to such incidents. The overall crime profile aligns with the region's low-density urban setting, where property crimes are less frequent compared to larger cities but violent crimes remain a focal point. This contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate, highlighting a distinct local pattern that may reflect Holbury's unique demographic and geographic context.

February 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with drug-related offences doubling from 1 to 2 cases—a 100% increase—while burglary also rose by the same margin. This uptick in drug crimes and burglary may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased indoor activity during colder months or changes in local patterns of illicit activity. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 66.7%, from 3 to 1 case, potentially linked to reduced outdoor movement and fewer opportunities for such offences during winter. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 33.3%, from 3 to 2 cases, though this remains well below the UK average for the category. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast to national trends: Holbury's violent crimes (18 cases) far outpace property crimes (11 cases), whereas the UK average typically sees property crimes dominate. This divergence may be attributed to Holbury's built-up area status within the New Forest, where community density and social interactions could amplify violent incidents. Additionally, shoplifting and other theft crimes in Holbury are 35% and 13% below UK averages respectively, suggesting effective local deterrents or a lower prevalence of retail-centric activity compared to larger urban centres.

The crime rate in Holbury for February 2025 (4.2 per 1,000 residents) represents a 17.6% increase from the previous month's rate of 3.6 per 1,000. While this rise is relatively modest, it underscores the dynamic nature of local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 28-day period, a figure that highlights the low frequency of criminal activity in this small built-up area. Monthly exposure to crime is further contextualised by the fact that, over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 238 residents—a statistic that, while not insignificant, reflects the area's overall safety compared to larger populations. With a population of 7,852, Holbury's crime rate remains lower than the UK average, indicating that residents are less likely to encounter crime than the national average. This is particularly evident in categories such as anti-social behaviour, which is 69% below the UK average, and vehicle crime, which is 73% below. These figures suggest that local policies, community engagement, or the area's rural-urban balance may contribute to its comparatively low crime levels. However, the rise in drug-related and burglary offences highlights areas for continued monitoring, as these increases could signal emerging trends that require targeted attention.