Crime Rate in Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh

The total recorded crimes in Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh, New Forest, UK in July 2025 are around 29 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh crime rate of 17.40 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 Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh, encompassing approximately 1,666 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (175.00% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh Crime Hotspots

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

  • White Hart Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 2
  • Rockram Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh?

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

  • Relative to New Forest:

    • In 2024, Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh reported a higher crime volume than the New Forest average, with 492 crimes compared to 408. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh witnessed more crimes than 24 out of 33 other areas in the New Forest.

    • In 2023, Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh experienced a greater number of crimes than the New Forest average, with 414 crimes compared to 402. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh witnessed more crimes than 21 out of 33 other areas in the New Forest.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in New Forest, Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh has recorded 29 crimes with crime rate of 17.40 ranking 17th out of 33 in the New Forest, UK

In 2024, the total Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh crimes were 492. The crime rate of Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh in 2024 was 295.23 (year) or 24.60 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the New Forest.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh were around 414 crimes with yearly crime rate of 248.42 (year) or 20.70 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the New Forest.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh)CrimesRank (Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh)CrimesRank (Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh)
Brockenhurst and Forest South East134 11,332 11,523 1
Totton East69 21,106 2800 2
Milton54 7717 4764 3
Ringwood South56 6838 3576 7
Totton North62 3582 5593 5
Lymington Town57 5519 7628 4
Pennington59 4376 15391 16
Holbury and North Blackfield47 11507 8579 6
Dibden and Hythe East51 9525 6482 10
Totton West53 8503 9528 8
Hythe West and Langdown18 24336 18514 9
Fordingbridge48 10475 12478 11
Fernhill36 13481 11393 15
Butts Ash and Dibden Purlieu29 16454 13428 12
Totton South36 12370 16342 19
Bramshaw, Copythorne North and Minstead28 18434 14409 14
Lyndhurst36 14322 19362 17
Fawley, Blackfield and Langley32 15317 20333 20
Marchwood27 19355 17240 23
Bransgore and Burley22 22307 21349 18
Ringwood North27 20277 22237 25
Boldre and Sway14 29266 23272 21
Totton Central26 21232 27239 24
Becton13 30241 24248 22
Buckland19 23178 29165 30
Forest North West13 31234 25223 26
Ringwood East and Sopley18 25128 34142 32
Furzedown and Hardley16 27232 26219 27
Hordle17 26158 30136 33
Milford16 28179 28204 28
Barton12 32146 31195 29
Downlands and Forest4 34129 33152 31
Bashley10 33136 32103 34

Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh 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 11 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (6 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (2 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 (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson 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 7 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 38 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20252
May 20252
April 20255
March 20252
February 20254
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 175 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.58 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20254
May 202510
April 202517
March 202518
February 20257
January 202517
December 202416
November 202415
October 202426
September 202418
August 202416

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20245
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 39 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20252
May 20251
April 20257
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20246

A total of 17 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 42 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20256
May 20252
April 20255
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20246
October 20248
September 20245
August 20241

A total of 15 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20252
December 20245

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20243

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

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Ashurst, Copythorne South and Netley Marsh postcode area is presented below.

1. White Hart Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Rockram Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
4. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Public order2
5. Hospital (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Romsey Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
7. Millvina Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Purkiss Close (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
9. Rye Dale (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Brockishill Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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