Crime Rate in Lindford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lindford

The total recorded crimes in Lindford, East Hampshire, UK in May 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lindford crime rate of 6.49 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Lindford, encompassing approximately 2,773 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Lindford Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Chase Road with total crimes: 6
  • Washford Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Elder Crescent with total crimes: 2

How safe is Lindford?

To understand the safety of Lindford, we need to analyze Lindford crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to East Hampshire:

    • In 2024, Lindford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Hampshire average, with 118 crimes compared to 250.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lindford recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 30 other areas in the East Hampshire.

    • In 2023, Lindford had fewer crimes than the East Hampshire average, with 114 crimes compared to 241. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lindford recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 30 other areas in the East Hampshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in East Hampshire, Lindford has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Lindford Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Lindford has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 6.49 ranking 14th out of 30 in the East Hampshire, UK

In 2024, the total Lindford crimes were 118. The crime rate of Lindford in 2024 was 42.55 (year) or 3.55 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the East Hampshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lindford were around 114 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.11 (year) or 3.43 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the East Hampshire.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lindford)CrimesRank (Lindford)CrimesRank (Lindford)
Whitehill Chase65 2622 2650 1
Binsted, Bentley & Selborne52 3639 1644 2
Petersfield St Peter's69 1617 3525 5
Bramshott & Liphook39 5589 4570 3
Alton Eastbrooke36 6464 5549 4
Whitehill Hogmoor & Greatham42 4423 7230 12
Liss22 10274 10366 6
Horndean Kings & Blendworth24 9442 6341 7
Four Marks & Medstead36 7252 11250 11
Alton Wooteys24 8295 9313 8
Petersfield Causeway22 11317 8281 9
Rowlands Castle15 17180 17259 10
Headley21 12250 12197 16
Clanfield15 16240 13220 13
Bentworth & Froyle18 13158 19176 18
Whitehill Pinewood7 25183 16200 14
Horndean Murray11 21218 14183 17
Alton Westbrooke14 18158 18197 15
Petersfield Bell Hill8 23215 15150 19
Alton Whitedown16 15139 2091 28
Ropley, Hawkley & Hangers13 1990 2870 30
Alton Ashdell13 20113 23109 25
Froxfield, Sheet & Steep4 31112 24114 21
Horndean Catherington4 29118 21106 26
Buriton & East Meon8 24110 25112 22
Grayshott9 22107 2798 27
Petersfield Heath4 3090 29109 23
Alton Holybourne6 28108 26109 24
Alton Amery7 2658 3057 31
Horndean Downs6 2757 3173 29

Lindford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In December 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Drugs were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Public order (8 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 61 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20254
March 20253
February 20252
January 20259
December 20242
November 20247
October 20248
August 20244
July 20243
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242

A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242

A total of 5 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
November 20242
July 20241

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241

A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
February 20251
September 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
October 20241
July 20241
June 20248

A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 4 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Lindford in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Lindford postcode area is presented below.

1. Chase Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
Other theft1
2. Washford Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
3. Elder Crescent (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Frensham Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Weyford Close (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
6. Grayshott Laurels (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Azalea Avenue (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Cricket Lea (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
9. Periwinkle Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sycamore Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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