Hythe and Dibden Purlieu Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Hythe and Dibden Purlieu in June 2025 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, shaped by the area's rural-urban character within the New Forest. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix, accounting for 43.9% of all reported incidents, followed closely by criminal damage and arson, anti-social behaviour, and public order offences, each contributing 12.2% of the total. This pattern contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences make up 37% of all crimes, and highlights the area's unique dynamics. The overall crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents—50.6% below the UK average—suggests a community where violent crime is less common than in many other parts of the country, though property crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle theft remain relevant. Seasonal factors likely play a role: the start of summer may have shifted activity toward outdoor spaces, potentially reducing opportunities for certain crimes while increasing others, such as anti-social behaviour in public areas. The relatively low rate of burglary (0.3 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.3 per 1,000) indicates that targeted crime prevention efforts may be effective, or that the area's character—such as its proximity to natural landscapes—deters such offences. However, the 100% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to May raises questions about whether this reflects seasonal festivals, increased outdoor events, or other transient factors. The data illustrates a community where crime is present but not pervasive, with local conditions likely influencing the mix of offences reported.

June 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with criminal damage and arson increasing by 100% compared to May, likely reflecting seasonal activities in the New Forest. Robbery also doubled, though this remains a rare occurrence, with only one incident reported. Conversely, other theft fell by 75%, potentially linked to increased community vigilance or seasonal changes in retail activity. The balance of crime types reveals a stark contrast to the UK average: violence and sexual offences (43.9% of total) were 37% below the national rate, while anti-social behaviour was 65% below the UK average. This mix suggests a community where violent crime is less prevalent but property-related issues, such as shoplifting (52% below UK average), remain a focus for local authorities. For residents, the 100% rise in vehicle crime—a category 73% below the UK average—may prompt closer attention to securing vehicles during the summer months.

The crime rate in Hythe and Dibden Purlieu dropped by 19.6% from May to June 2025, falling to 4.0 per 1,000 residents from 5.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the start of the summer season, when tourism in the New Forest typically increases, potentially shifting activity away from crime-prone areas. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of 3 crimes per day in June, a figure that reflects the relatively low overall rate compared to other parts of the UK. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 249 residents, a ratio that suggests the area remains significantly safer than the national average. This monthly exposure metric provides context for residents, showing that while crime is not absent, its frequency is far below what would be expected in a larger urban setting. The population-scaled perspective further highlights the effectiveness of local policing or community initiatives in maintaining low crime levels, though the exact mechanisms remain speculative without additional data.