Crime Rate in Buriton & East Meon: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Buriton & East Meon

The total recorded crimes in Buriton & East Meon, East Hampshire, UK in July 2025 are around 11 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Buriton & East Meon crime rate of 315.19 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 Buriton & East Meon, encompassing approximately 34 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Buriton & East Meon Crime Hotspots

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

  • Chapel Street with total crimes: 2
  • Limekiln Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 1

How safe is Buriton & East Meon?

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

  • Relative to East Hampshire:

    • In 2024, Buriton & East Meon demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Hampshire average, with 110 crimes compared to 250.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Buriton & East Meon recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 30 other areas in the East Hampshire.

    • In 2023, Buriton & East Meon had fewer crimes than the East Hampshire average, with 112 crimes compared to 241. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Buriton & East Meon recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 30 other areas in the East Hampshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Buriton & East Meon Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Buriton & East Meon has recorded 11 crimes with crime rate of 315.19 ranking 23th out of 30 in the East Hampshire, UK

In 2024, the total Buriton & East Meon crimes were 110. The crime rate of Buriton & East Meon in 2024 was 3151.86 (year) or 262.66 (month) ranking it 25 dangerous area in the East Hampshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Buriton & East Meon were around 112 crimes with yearly crime rate of 3209.17 (year) or 267.43 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the East Hampshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Buriton & East Meon)CrimesRank (Buriton & East Meon)CrimesRank (Buriton & East Meon)
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
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
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

Buriton & East Meon 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 5 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In May 2025, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (5 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 2 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

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

In December 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (2 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (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 Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 9 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
October 20242

A total of 9 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20255
February 20251
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 35 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
May 20251
April 20255
March 20254
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20255
April 20252
February 20252
January 20253
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 5 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 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
October 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Buriton & East Meon in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Buriton & East Meon postcode area is presented below.

1. Chapel Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
2. Limekiln Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
4. The Cross (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
5. Church Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. High Street (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Hill View (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Greenway Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Glebe Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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