Portsmouth Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Portsmouth's June 2023 crime rate of 12.7 per 1,000 residents marked a stark divergence from the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, with the local rate 49.4% higher. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 38.3% of all incidents and standing at 4.9 per 1,000 residents—68% above the UK average. This category's prominence may reflect the area's character as a major urban centre with a mix of residential, commercial, and tourist activity, all of which can heighten exposure to such crimes. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also featured prominently, at 1.7 and 1.2 per 1,000 respectively, both significantly above UK averages. The seasonal context of June, as the start of summer, likely contributed to these patterns, with increased foot traffic in public spaces potentially driving incidents. The data also shows a marked disparity in certain categories: bicycle theft, for instance, was 200% above the UK average at 0.3 per 1,000, a figure that may be explained by Portsmouth's coastal geography and the presence of cycling infrastructure. However, burglary and other thefts were closer to or slightly below UK averages, suggesting that property crime is not uniformly elevated across all categories. This nuanced picture highlights the need to consider local factors, such as the density of retail areas or the timing of seasonal events, when interpreting crime trends.

June 2023 saw a 90% increase in theft from the person, rising from 10 to 19 incidents—a sharp rise that may reflect heightened foot traffic during the start of summer. Bicycle theft also jumped by 44.4%, with 65 reported cases, marking a significant spike compared to the previous month's 45. Meanwhile, burglary rose by 33.3%, moving from 51 to 68 cases, possibly linked to increased property activity during warmer weather. Violence and sexual offences in Portsmouth were 68% above the UK average, with 4.9 per 1,000 residents compared to the national rate of 2.9 per 1,000. This divergence suggests local factors, such as population density or event-related congestion, may be contributing to the trend. Conversely, robbery fell by 44.4%, declining from 45 to 25 cases, a reduction that could indicate improved policing strategies or reduced opportunities for such crimes during the month.

Portsmouth's crime rate in June 2023 remained stable compared to the previous month, with a rate of 12.7 per 1,000 residents—unchanged from May. This equates to approximately 91 crimes reported daily, a figure that underscores the persistent demand on local policing resources. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 79 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents within a population of 214,321. While the rate is consistent with the prior month, it remains 49.4% above the UK average, a disparity that reflects broader regional differences in policing priorities and community dynamics. The daily crime count provides a tangible measure of the pace at which incidents occur, offering residents and officials a clear benchmark for assessing local safety trends.