Crime Rate in Cove and Southwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cove and Southwood

The total recorded crimes in Cove and Southwood, Rushmoor, UK in July 2025 are around 76 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cove and Southwood crime rate of 4.72 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 Cove and Southwood, encompassing approximately 16,112 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (22) incidents (15.79% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (14) incidents (-26.32% decrease)
  • Public order: (11) incidents (57.14% increase)
Cove and Southwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 5
  • St Christophers Place with total crimes: 5
  • Vickers Close with total crimes: 5

How safe is Cove and Southwood?

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

  • Relative to Rushmoor:

    • In 2024, Cove and Southwood reported a higher crime volume than the Rushmoor average, with 1,357 crimes compared to 771. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Cove and Southwood witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 12 other areas in the Rushmoor.

    • In 2023, Cove and Southwood experienced a greater number of crimes than the Rushmoor average, with 1,251 crimes compared to 703. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Cove and Southwood witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 12 other areas in the Rushmoor.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Rushmoor, Cove and Southwood has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Cove and Southwood Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Cove and Southwood has recorded 76 crimes with crime rate of 4.72 ranking 4th out of 12 in the Rushmoor, UK

In 2024, the total Cove and Southwood crimes were 1,357. The crime rate of Cove and Southwood in 2024 was 84.22 (year) or 7.02 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Rushmoor.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cove and Southwood were around 1,251 crimes with yearly crime rate of 77.64 (year) or 6.47 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Rushmoor.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cove and Southwood)CrimesRank (Cove and Southwood)CrimesRank (Cove and Southwood)
Wellington137 11,471 11,016 2
North Town104 2700 6671 6
Rowhill76 5889 3942 3
Cherrywood83 3795 4758 4
St Mark's39 10690 8673 5
West Heath50 8776 5480 11
Aldershot Park74 6680 9662 7
Knellwood35 12696 7620 9
Manor Park62 7679 10604 10
Empress35 11515 11623 8
St John's41 9386 13475 12
Fernhill28 13394 12359 13

Cove and Southwood 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 22 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (23 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (28 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (25 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (54 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (33 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (34 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (31 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 281 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202519
May 202520
April 202529
March 202525
February 202526
January 202518
December 202424
November 202430
October 202416
September 202421
August 202431

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 130 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.83 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202512
May 202514
April 202518
March 20259
February 20253
January 20257
December 20243
November 202415
October 202416
September 202411
August 202413

A total of 55 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20253
April 20255
March 20254
February 20251
January 20254
December 20246
November 20248
October 20248
September 20248
August 20243

A total of 68 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20257
April 20254
March 20254
February 20254
January 20254
December 20247
November 202413
October 20243
September 20246
August 20248

A total of 62 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20255
May 20252
April 20252
March 20255
February 20251
January 202516
December 20241
November 20248
October 20246
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 336 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202519
May 202518
April 202523
March 202528
February 202532
January 202554
December 202434
November 202433
October 202426
September 202421
August 202434

A total of 99 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20257
May 20252
April 20259
March 20259
February 20252
January 202511
December 20246
November 20246
October 202411
September 202415
August 202410

A total of 9 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20244
November 20243

A total of 12 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 38 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20254
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20258
December 20242
November 20246
October 20243
September 20245
August 20242

High Crime Locations Cove and Southwood in July 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Public order1
2. St Christophers Place (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Vickers Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
4. Montgomery Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting1
6. Regiment Close (Map)
Total3
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
8. Tarn Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
9. Kempton Court (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
10. Westmead (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Other theft1

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