Crime Rate in Locks Heath: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Locks Heath

The total recorded crimes in Locks Heath, Fareham, UK in February 2026 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Locks Heath crime rate of 1.27 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 Locks Heath, encompassing approximately 18,151 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (233.33% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Locks Heath Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ilex Crescent with total crimes: 5
  • Old Common Gardens with total crimes: 4
  • Home Rule Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Locks Heath?

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

  • Relative to Fareham:

    • In 2024, Locks Heath demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Fareham average, with 232 crimes compared to 506.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Locks Heath recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 14 other areas in the Fareham.

    • In 2023, Locks Heath had fewer crimes than the Fareham average, with 311 crimes compared to 483. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Locks Heath recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 14 other areas in the Fareham.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Fareham, Locks Heath has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Locks Heath Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Locks Heath crimes were 232. The crime rate of Locks Heath in 2024 was 12.78 (year) or 1.07 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Fareham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Locks Heath were around 311 crimes with yearly crime rate of 17.13 (year) or 1.43 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Fareham.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Locks Heath)CrimesRank (Locks Heath)CrimesRank (Locks Heath)
Fareham EastNA NA1,318 11,246 1
Fareham SouthNA NA843 2710 2
Portchester EastNA NA714 3578 3
SarisburyNA NA443 9540 4
Fareham North-WestNA NA685 4511 6
Park GateNA NA571 5532 5
Fareham NorthNA NA457 6466 7
StubbingtonNA NA445 7426 10
TitchfieldNA NA444 8451 8
Titchfield CommonNA NA398 10447 9
WarsashNA NA298 12357 11
Portchester WestNA NA304 11266 13
Fareham WestNA NA276 13222 14
Hill HeadNA NA168 15178 15

Locks Heath Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Possession of weapons showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 99 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.62 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202610
January 20263
December 20256
November 20255
October 20258
September 20256
August 202517
July 20253
June 20256
May 20258
April 202512
March 20259
February 20256

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
November 20251
June 20251
March 20252

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20261
December 20251
November 20251
July 20252
May 20253
March 20251

A total of 24 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20262
December 20251
October 20253
September 20254
July 20253
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
November 20252
October 20251
February 20251

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
November 20251
August 20251

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20261
November 20251
July 20251

A total of 22 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
October 20255
September 20254
June 20256
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
November 20252
October 20251
July 20251
June 20254
May 20252
April 20257
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
July 20251

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
April 20252

A total of 8 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20252
September 20251
July 20252
June 20251
April 20252
March 20253

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251

High Crime Locations Locks Heath in February 2026

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

1. Ilex Crescent (Map)
Total5
Robbery2
Possession of weapons1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Old Common Gardens (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Home Rule Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. St Michaels Road (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
5. Danehurst Place (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Orchard Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Burgundy Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Raley Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Honeysuckle Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Northmore Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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