Hindhead Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a community of 5,671 residents, 18 reported crimes in February 2024 represent a rate of 3.2 per 1,000 people—54.9% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure places Hindhead firmly in the category of low-crime areas, though the specific mix of offences reveals patterns worth noting. Other theft and violence and sexual offences each accounted for 27.8% of total crimes, with shoplifting and vehicle crime following closely. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity—may partly explain the lower overall rate, though the sharp increase in other theft cases suggests other factors at play. The area's built-up nature within Waverley, likely characterised by a mix of residential and low-density commercial spaces, may contribute to the balance between property and violent crime. While the overall rate remains well below national averages, the rise in specific categories underscores the need for targeted awareness, particularly around theft in areas where transient populations or local vulnerabilities could intersect with crime opportunities. The UK comparison highlights both strengths and potential risks: while violence and sexual offences are 64% below the national average, other theft is 64% above, a divergence that may reflect local conditions such as the presence of retail outlets or transient visitors.

February saw a 150% increase in other theft cases, rising from 2 to 5 incidents—a jump that may reflect heightened activity during the winter months or changes in local patterns. Shoplifting and other crime categories both doubled from zero to three and one cases respectively, suggesting emerging trends in this area. Other theft in Hindhead is 64% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, indicating a specific local challenge despite the overall low crime rate. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 50%, from two to one case, a decline that may align with the seasonal lull in outdoor activity typical of February. These shifts highlight the need for targeted awareness in areas where theft and anti-social behaviour may intersect with the community's unique characteristics.

Hindhead's crime rate in February 2024 rose 49.5% compared to the previous month's 2.1 per 1,000, reflecting a shift in local patterns. Daily crime statistics show one reported crime per day on average, a figure that may give residents a tangible sense of frequency in this small built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 315 residents—a rate that, while low, underscores the importance of vigilance in a community where crime remains rare but not absent. The population context reveals that even a small number of incidents can have a noticeable impact in a town of just over 5,600 people. This monthly exposure metric highlights how crime, though infrequent, remains a visible concern for those living in a tight-knit community where local knowledge and neighbourly awareness may play a crucial role in prevention.