Crime Rate in Alton Whitedown: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Alton Whitedown

The total recorded crimes in Alton Whitedown, East Hampshire, UK in July 2025 are around 19 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Alton Whitedown crime rate of 5.82 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 Alton Whitedown, encompassing approximately 3,261 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (44.44% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Alton Whitedown Crime Hotspots

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

  • Wickham Close with total crimes: 4
  • Helens Close with total crimes: 3
  • Butts Mews with total crimes: 2

How safe is Alton Whitedown?

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

  • Relative to East Hampshire:

    • In 2024, Alton Whitedown demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Hampshire average, with 139 crimes compared to 250.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Alton Whitedown recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 30 other areas in the East Hampshire.

    • In 2023, Alton Whitedown had fewer crimes than the East Hampshire average, with 91 crimes compared to 241. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Alton Whitedown recorded fewer crimes than 27 out of 30 other areas in the East Hampshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Alton Whitedown Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Alton Whitedown has recorded 19 crimes with crime rate of 5.82 ranking 10th out of 30 in the East Hampshire, UK

In 2024, the total Alton Whitedown crimes were 139. The crime rate of Alton Whitedown in 2024 was 42.61 (year) or 3.55 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the East Hampshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Alton Whitedown were around 91 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.90 (year) or 2.32 (month) ranking 28 most dangerous area in the East Hampshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Alton Whitedown)CrimesRank (Alton Whitedown)CrimesRank (Alton Whitedown)
Whitehill Chase44 4622 2650 1
Binsted, Bentley & Selborne59 1639 1644 2
Petersfield St Peter's48 2617 3525 5
Bramshott & Liphook46 3589 4570 3
Alton Eastbrooke37 6464 5549 4
Alton Wooteys41 5295 9313 8
Liss17 12274 10366 6
Horndean Kings & Blendworth14 19442 6341 7
Whitehill Hogmoor & Greatham33 9423 7230 12
Petersfield Causeway36 7317 8281 9
Four Marks & Medstead35 8252 11250 11
Rowlands Castle16 14180 17259 10
Clanfield17 11240 13220 13
Headley15 15250 12197 16
Petersfield Bell Hill16 13215 15150 19
Whitehill Pinewood14 16183 16200 14
Horndean Murray14 20218 14183 17
Alton Westbrooke14 18158 18197 15
Alton Ashdell14 17113 23109 25
Bentworth & Froyle9 25158 19176 18
Lindford4 29118 22114 20
Froxfield, Sheet & Steep11 21112 24114 21
Horndean Catherington10 24118 21106 26
Buriton & East Meon11 23110 25112 22
Horndean Downs11 2257 3173 29
Petersfield Heath5 2890 29109 23
Alton Holybourne6 26108 26109 24
Grayshott6 27107 2798 27
Ropley, Hawkley & Hangers2 3190 2870 30
Alton Amery3 3058 3057 31

Alton Whitedown Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (1 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Public order (4 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 82 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 20259
May 20257
April 20258
March 20254
February 20258
January 20254
December 20243
November 20248
October 20245
September 202411
August 20242

A total of 14 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20253
March 20251
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 10 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
January 20253
October 20242
September 20242

A total of 2 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20253
February 20251
December 20244
August 20242

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
October 20241

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20241

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Alton Whitedown in July 2025

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

1. Wickham Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Helens Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Butts Mews (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Keyworths Place (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Queens Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Oakwood Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Highridge (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Connaught Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Elmwood Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1
10. Lincoln Green (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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