Crime Rate in Binsted, Bentley & Selborne: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Binsted, Bentley & Selborne

The total recorded crimes in Binsted, Bentley & Selborne, East Hampshire, UK in July 2025 are around 59 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Binsted, Bentley & Selborne crime rate of 216.20 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 Binsted, Bentley & Selborne, encompassing approximately 272 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (47.06% increase)
  • Other theft: (16) incidents (128.57% increase)
  • Public order: (13) incidents (333.33% increase)
Binsted, Bentley & Selborne Crime Hotspots

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

  • Pookles Lane with total crimes: 9
  • Forge Road with total crimes: 6
  • Sickles Road with total crimes: 6

How safe is Binsted, Bentley & Selborne?

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

  • Relative to East Hampshire:

    • In 2024, Binsted, Bentley & Selborne reported a higher crime volume than the East Hampshire average, with 639 crimes compared to 250. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Binsted, Bentley & Selborne witnessed more crimes than 30 out of 30 other areas in the East Hampshire.

    • In 2023, Binsted, Bentley & Selborne experienced a greater number of crimes than the East Hampshire average, with 644 crimes compared to 241. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Binsted, Bentley & Selborne witnessed more crimes than 29 out of 30 other areas in the East Hampshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in East Hampshire, Binsted, Bentley & Selborne has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Binsted, Bentley & Selborne Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Binsted, Bentley & Selborne has recorded 59 crimes with crime rate of 216.20 ranking 1th out of 30 in the East Hampshire, UK

In 2024, the total Binsted, Bentley & Selborne crimes were 639. The crime rate of Binsted, Bentley & Selborne in 2024 was 2341.52 (year) or 195.13 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the East Hampshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Binsted, Bentley & Selborne were around 644 crimes with yearly crime rate of 2359.84 (year) or 196.65 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the East Hampshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Binsted, Bentley & Selborne)CrimesRank (Binsted, Bentley & Selborne)CrimesRank (Binsted, Bentley & Selborne)
Whitehill Chase44 4622 2650 1
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
Alton Whitedown19 10139 2091 28
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

Binsted, Bentley & Selborne 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 25 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (15 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Criminal damage and arson (21 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (10 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 (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 215 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.92 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202525
June 202517
May 202521
April 202524
March 202519
February 202510
January 202515
December 202429
November 202412
October 202410
September 202411
August 202422

A total of 69 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.27 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 20253
May 20259
April 20251
March 20259
February 20257
January 20258
November 20243
October 20246
September 20241
August 20249

A total of 72 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.55 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20254
April 202515
March 202521
February 20253
January 20251
December 20248
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 202410

A total of 101 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.18 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 20257
May 20253
April 20257
March 20256
February 20254
January 202515
December 202416
November 202410
October 202410
August 20247

A total of 39 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20259
May 20256
April 20256
February 20254
January 20253
November 20243
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 45 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20256
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20259
December 20249
November 20243
October 202410
August 20243

A total of 19 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20256
April 20253
March 20251
February 20255
October 20241
August 20243

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
March 20251
January 20253
October 20242
August 20247

A total of 18 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
April 20253
March 20253
January 20253
December 20243
October 20243

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20251
December 20241
October 20243
August 20242

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
February 20253

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

MonthCount
March 20251

High Crime Locations Binsted, Bentley & Selborne in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Binsted, Bentley & Selborne postcode area is presented below.

1. Pookles Lane (Map)
Total9
Other theft9
2. Forge Road (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Sickles Road (Map)
Total6
Other theft3
Public order3
4. Dockenfield Street (Map)
Total6
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Dean Field (Map)
Total3
Public order3
7. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Public order3
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. The Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Lovell Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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