Haslemere Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Haslemere during September 2023 reveals a distinct profile shaped by local dynamics and seasonal shifts. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 27.3% of all reported crimes, making it the most prevalent category, followed by violence and sexual offences (19.7%) and other theft (12.1%). This distribution suggests a focus on community-level issues, potentially influenced by the area’s character as a small built-up area within Waverley. The overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents, 27.5% below the UK average of 8.0, indicates a relatively safer environment compared to national trends. However, the prominence of anti-social behaviour may reflect local social interactions or pressures, such as the transition back to school and university freshers’ week in September, which could contribute to increased community tensions or gatherings. The relatively low rates of violent crime, such as violence and sexual offences (56% below the UK average), and public order offences (35% below the UK average), contrast with higher rates of property-related crimes like burglary (119% above the UK average) and vehicle crime (25% above the UK average). These disparities may indicate a combination of factors, including the area’s built-up nature, which could make properties more accessible to offenders, and the seasonal context of September, when increased foot traffic and outdoor activity might influence crime patterns. The balance of crime types underscores the need for targeted strategies addressing both community-based issues and property security, while leveraging the area’s lower violent crime rates as a foundation for further improvements.

September 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with criminal damage and arson surging by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents), burglary tripling (from 2 to 8), and vehicle crime rising by 133% (from 3 to 7). These increases may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the transition into cooler weather, which could drive more indoor-related crimes or the resumption of academic activities that alter community patterns. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 48% (from 25 to 13), and public order offences decreased by 16.7% (from 6 to 5), reflecting a reduction in social gatherings or heightened awareness during the month. Anti-social behaviour remains high in Haslemere, with a rate of 1.6 per 1,000 (19% above the UK average), suggesting a persistent challenge in managing community-level disturbances. Burglary, at 0.7 per 1,000 (119% above the UK average), and vehicle crime, at 0.6 per 1,000 (25% above the UK average), highlight vulnerabilities in property security, exacerbated by the area’s built-up nature and the potential for opportunistic offences. For residents, the daily crime count of roughly 2 incidents per day offers a tangible measure of local crime exposure, illustrating that while the overall rate is low, specific categories warrant attention.

In September 2023, Haslemere’s crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 was a 3.2% increase from the previous month’s rate of 5.7 per 1,000, indicating a slight upward trend despite remaining well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that provides a clear, relatable context for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 171 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in a community of 11,301 people. When scaled to the population, these numbers highlight that Haslemere’s residents face a lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, but the sharp increases in specific categories like burglary and vehicle crime suggest targeted vulnerabilities. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that while violent crime remains significantly lower in Haslemere (violence and sexual offences 56% below the UK rate), property-related crimes such as burglary (119% above) and vehicle crime (25% above) are higher, reflecting a need for tailored interventions. These figures, when contextualised within the area’s built-up character and seasonal patterns, illustrate a nuanced picture where broader safety is maintained but certain crime types require focused attention.