Totton Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Totton's crime profile in May 2024, accounting for nearly 30% of all reported incidents. With a total crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents, the area recorded 209 crimes across its population of 25,840 — 3.6% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This rate reflects a balance between property crimes (96 incidents, 46% of total) and violent crimes (62 incidents, 29.7% of total), with other theft and criminal damage and arson also contributing significantly. Seasonal factors appear to influence patterns, as May’s longer evenings and bank holidays likely increased outdoor socialising, potentially contributing to the 29.7% share of violence and sexual offences. While the overall rate remains stable compared to previous months, the distribution of crime types suggests a combination of local demographics and environmental factors. The town’s position within the New Forest, a rural area with some urban features, may explain the relatively low burglary rate (3.4% of total) compared to more densely populated regions. However, the high incidence of other theft (14.8% of total) and criminal damage (12.0% of total) indicates specific vulnerabilities in certain areas or sectors. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories while maintaining the area’s overall safety relative to national benchmarks.

May 2024 saw notable shifts in Totton’s crime mix, with other crime increasing by 100% (3 to 6 incidents) and possession of weapons rising by 66.7% (3 to 5). These jumps, though small in absolute terms, signal potential emerging trends. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 21.5% (79 to 62) compared to the previous month, a drop that may reflect seasonal changes or effective policing in the area. Public order offences also fell by 25% (16 to 12), possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity during May’s bank holidays. Totton’s other theft rate (1.2 per 1,000) was 107% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), a stark contrast to its 15% below average for violence and sexual offences (2.4 per 1,000 vs UK’s 2.8 per 1,000). This divergence suggests that local factors — such as the town’s proximity to retail hubs or specific community dynamics — may drive certain crime types disproportionately. Residents might find the 3.6% below UK average for overall crime rate reassuring, though the significant gap in other theft highlights areas requiring closer attention.

Totton’s crime rate in May 2024 remained stable compared to April, with the rate unchanged at 8.1 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major spikes or declines in overall crime during the month. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 7 incidents per day over 31 days, a figure that provides context for residents to gauge the frequency of crime in their immediate environment. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 124 residents — a monthly exposure rate that, while not negligible, remains lower than many urban centres. With a population of 25,840, Totton’s crime profile reflects a balance between rural and built-up characteristics, avoiding the extremes seen in larger cities. The 3.6% below UK average for overall crime rate underscores the area’s relatively safer status compared to national benchmarks, though specific categories like other theft remain higher. This contrast illustrates the importance of granular analysis, as broad averages can mask significant local variations in crime types and their underlying causes.