Southampton Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Southampton's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 10.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 32.1% above the UK average of 8.1. This figure reflects a combination of urban density, tourism, and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 38.5% of all crimes, with a rate 43% higher than the UK average. This may be influenced by the city's status as a major coastal hub, where nightlife and summer activities contribute to higher rates of violent incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed at 12.4%, though it was 8% below the UK average, suggesting some success in local community policing efforts. Shoplifting, at 1.1 per 1,000, was 75% above the UK average, likely driven by the start of the tourist season and the city's retail presence. The seasonal context of June—longer days and the beginning of summer—may explain some of these patterns, with increased foot traffic in commercial areas creating opportunities for property crimes. However, the overall rate of decline from May's 11.5 suggests that targeted initiatives may be having some impact, even as the city's crime profile remains distinct from the UK average.

The most dramatic month-on-month change was a 40% increase in 'Other crime', rising from 35 to 49 incidents. This category, which includes unclassified or emerging crime types, may reflect evolving criminal activity patterns. Meanwhile, theft from the person fell by 39.1% (23 to 14), potentially linked to increased police visibility in high-traffic areas during summer. Violent crime remains the largest category, accounting for 38.5% of all reported crimes, with rates 43% above the UK average. Shoplifting also surged, with 292 incidents (75% above UK average), likely driven by the start of the tourist season and retail activity in the city's coastal areas. These figures highlight the need for targeted interventions in sectors with the highest crime concentrations.

Southampton's crime rate in June 2025 fell by 6.5% compared to May 2025, dropping from 11.5 to 10.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends as summer begins, though the area still maintains a crime rate 32.1% above the UK average. On a daily basis, 93 crimes were reported each day in June, a figure that translates to one crime for every 93 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents, illustrating that while the overall rate is lower than May, the city remains a high-crime area relative to the UK. Population-scaled analysis shows that Southampton's larger size and urban density likely contribute to higher absolute crime numbers, even as the rate of decline suggests some localised improvements in policing or community initiatives.