Crime Rate in Bishopstoke: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bishopstoke

The total recorded crimes in Bishopstoke, Eastleigh, UK in July 2025 are around 39 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bishopstoke crime rate of 3.01 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 Bishopstoke, encompassing approximately 12,976 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (-30.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
Bishopstoke Crime Hotspots

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

  • Heather Chase with total crimes: 2
  • Griffen Close with total crimes: 2
  • Manor Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Bishopstoke?

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

  • Relative to Eastleigh:

    • In 2024, Bishopstoke demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Eastleigh average, with 551 crimes compared to 864.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bishopstoke recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 13 other areas in the Eastleigh.

    • In 2023, Bishopstoke had fewer crimes than the Eastleigh average, with 567 crimes compared to 798. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bishopstoke recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 13 other areas in the Eastleigh.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Eastleigh, Bishopstoke has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bishopstoke Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Bishopstoke has recorded 39 crimes with crime rate of 3.01 ranking 11th out of 13 in the Eastleigh, UK

In 2024, the total Bishopstoke crimes were 551. The crime rate of Bishopstoke in 2024 was 42.46 (year) or 3.54 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Eastleigh.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bishopstoke were around 567 crimes with yearly crime rate of 43.69 (year) or 3.64 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Eastleigh.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bishopstoke)CrimesRank (Bishopstoke)CrimesRank (Bishopstoke)
Bursledon & Hound North164 21,834 11,802 1
Eastleigh South166 11,784 21,579 2
Eastleigh Central147 31,588 31,486 3
Eastleigh North79 7819 5823 4
Hedge End South80 51,014 4761 6
Botley85 4561 9277 14
West End South64 8775 6814 5
Hamble & Netley79 6705 7730 7
Fair Oak & Horton Heath40 10620 8603 8
Hedge End North54 9535 11444 11
Chandler's Ford31 12486 13497 10
West End North29 13490 12427 12
Hiltingbury22 14339 14362 13

Bishopstoke 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 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Possession of weapons incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 54 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20254
May 20256
April 20254
March 202511
February 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 216 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202520
May 202512
April 202517
March 202519
February 202518
January 202520
December 202420
November 202419
October 202421
September 202413
August 202423

A total of 46 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20251
April 20255
March 20256
February 20256
January 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20245
August 20246

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20256
April 20253
March 20254
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
August 20243

A total of 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
November 20245
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20244
November 20242
September 20241

High Crime Locations Bishopstoke in July 2025

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

1. Heather Chase (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
2. Griffen Close (Map)
Total2
Public order2
3. Manor Road (Map)
Total2
Public order2
4. Stag Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Otter Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
6. Cotton Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Escombe Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Riverside (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
9. Scotter Square (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. The Spinney (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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