Crime Rate in Bitterne Park: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bitterne Park

The total recorded crimes in Bitterne Park, Southampton, UK in February 2025 are around 91 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bitterne Park crime rate of 2.37 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 Bitterne Park, encompassing approximately 38,414 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (49) incidents (-10.91% decrease)
  • Burglary: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
Bitterne Park Crime Hotspots

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

  • Englefield Road with total crimes: 6
  • Edgehill Road with total crimes: 6
  • Cobden Court with total crimes: 5

How safe is Bitterne Park?

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

  • Relative to Southampton:

    • In 2024, Bitterne Park demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Southampton average, with 1172 crimes compared to 3162.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bitterne Park recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 15 other cities.

    • In 2023, Bitterne Park had fewer crimes than the Southampton average, with 1,185 crimes compared to 2,883. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bitterne Park recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Southampton, Bitterne Park has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bitterne Park Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Bitterne Park has recorded 91 crimes with crime rate of 2.37 ranking 13th out of 15 in the Southampton, UK

In 2024, the total Bitterne Park crimes were 1,172. The crime rate of Bitterne Park in 2024 was 30.51 (year) or 2.54 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Southampton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bitterne Park were around 1,185 crimes with yearly crime rate of 30.85 (year) or 2.57 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Southampton.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Southampton)CrimesRank (Southampton)CrimesRank (Southampton)
Bargate918 111,767 18,640 1
Bevois686 28,615 28,535 2
Millbrook248 33,761 33,309 3
Redbridge231 43,422 43,276 4
Freemantle218 52,991 52,972 5
Shirley199 72,785 62,848 6
Swaythling209 62,191 81,924 9
Peartree180 82,360 72,383 7
Bitterne176 92,183 92,354 8
Portswood109 112,174 101,833 10
Woolston131 101,901 111,700 11
Harefield80 141,484 121,548 12
Coxford106 121,398 131,313 13
Sholing77 151,229 141,277 14
Bassett76 161,154 161,031 16

Bitterne Park Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 49 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (55 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (51 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (96 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (49 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
July 20241

A total of 524 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 43.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 96 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202549
January 202555
December 202439
November 202451
October 202432
September 202427
August 202430
July 202433
June 202496
May 202435
April 202428
March 202449

A total of 92 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20255
December 20242
November 202413
October 20249
September 20246
August 202410
July 20246
June 202424
May 20247
April 20244
March 20243

A total of 53 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20255
January 20257
December 20247
November 20245
October 20245
September 20243
August 20243
July 20245
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241
March 20245

A total of 89 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. March 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20256
December 20244
November 202411
October 20246
September 20247
August 20248
July 20247
June 202410
May 20246
April 20247
March 202413

A total of 67 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20244
August 20244
July 202410
June 202416
May 20242
April 20246
March 20247

A total of 82 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.83 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20257
January 20254
December 20248
November 20243
October 202411
September 202415
August 20243
July 202415
June 20244
May 20246
April 20244
March 20242

A total of 94 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20257
January 20254
December 20248
November 202413
October 20247
September 20248
August 20245
July 202411
June 202420
May 20241
April 20245
March 20245

A total of 30 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20245
November 20246
October 20244
August 20241
July 20246
May 20241
March 20243

A total of 131 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20256
January 202511
December 202412
November 20247
October 202412
September 202416
August 20247
July 20249
June 202422
May 20249
April 20247
March 202413

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20252
November 20245
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 20 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
August 20245
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241
March 20242

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
May 20243

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
September 20241
July 20243

High Crime Locations Bitterne Park in February 2025

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

1. Englefield Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order1
2. Edgehill Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Cobden Court (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Rampart Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Bitterne Park Triangle (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
6. Hill Cottage Gardens (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Other theft1
7. Trent Close (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Hawkeswood Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Theft from the person1
9. Harcourt Road (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting1

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