Crime in Liphook: statistics, rates and trends
406 crimes were recorded in Liphook in the 12 months to July 2026, 49.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Liphook at a glance
- Crime trends in Liphook
- Types of crime in Liphook
- Liphook compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Liphook
- Streets with the most crime in Liphook
- What happened after crimes were reported in Liphook
- Population and deprivation in Liphook
- Questions about crime in Liphook
- About this data
406 crimes were recorded in Liphook in the 12 months to July 2026, 49.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 157 reports (39% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Liphook has the 1,173rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Liphook | East Hampshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 406 | 6,164 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 49.0 | 47.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -0% | -6% | -1% |
| Population | 8,287 | 129,975 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Liphook was highest in the year to July 2024 (526 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (406). Over the whole period it fell 13%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 406 | 49.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 408 | 49.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 526 | 63.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 490 | 59.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 518 | 62.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 523 | 63.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 456 | 55.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 468 | 56.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 467 | 56.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 34 |
| June 2026 | 45 |
| May 2026 | 34 |
| April 2026 | 41 |
| March 2026 | 39 |
| February 2026 | 31 |
| January 2026 | 40 |
| December 2025 | 30 |
| November 2025 | 33 |
| October 2025 | 20 |
| September 2025 | 25 |
| August 2025 | 34 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Liphook over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in shoplifting (+84%) and other theft (+33%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-52%) and criminal damage and arson (-44%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 157 | 18.9 | 0.55 | -1% |
| Other theft | 57 | 6.9 | 1.08 | +33% |
| Shoplifting | 46 | 5.6 | 0.67 | +84% |
| Public order | 31 | 3.7 | 0.56 | -30% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 30 | 3.6 | 0.24 | -32% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 22 | 2.7 | 0.39 | -44% |
| Burglary | 17 | 2.1 | 0.58 | +31% |
| Drugs | 16 | 1.9 | 0.59 | +220% |
| Other crime | 12 | 1.4 | 0.69 | +20% |
| Vehicle crime | 12 | 1.4 | 0.29 | -52% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.5 | 0.50 | +300% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.2 | 0.18 | +100% |
Violence and sexual offences in Liphook
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Liphook recorded 157 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 38.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Liphook
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Liphook recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 14.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Liphook
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Liphook recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 84% on the year before. It made up 11.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Liphook
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Liphook recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Liphook
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Liphook recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 7.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Liphook
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Liphook recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Liphook
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Liphook recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Liphook
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Liphook recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 220% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Liphook
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Liphook recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Liphook
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Liphook recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 52% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Liphook
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Liphook recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Liphook
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Liphook recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Liphook, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Liphook.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Liphook |
|---|---|---|---|
| Headley Down and Headley | 219 | 39.0 | -20% |
| Bordon | 736 | 69.5 | +42% |
| Haslemere | 631 | 53.9 | +10% |
| Hindhead | 245 | 42.6 | -13% |
| Liss | 239 | 36.7 | -25% |
| Midhurst | 234 | 42.6 | -13% |
| Petersfield | 1,010 | 63.2 | +29% |
| Wrecclesham | 239 | 28.1 | -43% |
1 areas within Liphook, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Bramshott & Liphook had the highest rate (44.4 per 1,000) and Bramshott & Liphook the lowest (44.4). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bramshott & Liphook | Neighbourhood | 10,186 | 452 | 44.4 |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Liphook over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Victoria Way | 45 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 41 |
| On or near Portsmouth Road | 29 |
| On or near Supermarket | 25 |
| On or near Fairway Close | 23 |
| On or near Lowsley Farm Drive | 18 |
| On or near Parking Area | 16 |
| On or near Foresters Drive | 10 |
| On or near Headley Road | 10 |
| On or near Manor Fields | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Liphook over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 153 | 37.7% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 121 | 29.8% |
| Under investigation | 34 | 8.4% |
| Not recorded | 30 | 7.4% |
| Local resolution | 24 | 5.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 12 | 3.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 10 | 2.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 1.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 5 | 1.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 5 | 1.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 1.0% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.5% |
Liphook has an estimated population of 8,287. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Liphook sits in decile 8.3, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Liphook |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 59.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 72.3% |
| Social rented homes | 14.6% |
| Private rented homes | 13.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.3 |
Is Liphook a safe place to live?
Liphook recorded 49.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Liphook?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 157 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (57).
Is crime in Liphook going up or down?
Recorded crime in Liphook was almost unchanged on the year before: 406 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 408 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Liphook?
Liphook is policed by Hampshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Liphook. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.