Crime Rate in Charlton & the Pentons: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Charlton & the Pentons

The total recorded crimes in Charlton & the Pentons, Test Valley, UK in July 2025 are around 13 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Charlton & the Pentons crime rate of 13.87 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 Charlton & the Pentons, encompassing approximately 937 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Charlton & the Pentons Crime Hotspots

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

  • Foxcotte Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Penton Lane with total crimes: 1
  • West Park with total crimes: 1

How safe is Charlton & the Pentons?

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

  • Relative to Test Valley:

    • In 2024, Charlton & the Pentons demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Test Valley average, with 112 crimes compared to 493.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Charlton & the Pentons recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 19 other areas in the Test Valley.

    • In 2023, Charlton & the Pentons had fewer crimes than the Test Valley average, with 155 crimes compared to 442. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Charlton & the Pentons recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 19 other areas in the Test Valley.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Test Valley, Charlton & the Pentons has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Charlton & the Pentons Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Charlton & the Pentons has recorded 13 crimes with crime rate of 13.87 ranking 17th out of 19 in the Test Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Charlton & the Pentons crimes were 112. The crime rate of Charlton & the Pentons in 2024 was 119.48 (year) or 9.96 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Test Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Charlton & the Pentons were around 155 crimes with yearly crime rate of 165.35 (year) or 13.78 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Test Valley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Charlton & the Pentons)CrimesRank (Charlton & the Pentons)CrimesRank (Charlton & the Pentons)
Andover St Mary's164 11,665 11,491 1
Andover Winton58 6806 3772 2
Andover Romans76 4961 2769 3
Mid Test96 2770 4752 4
Romsey Abbey78 3741 5589 7
Andover Harroway52 7726 6712 5
Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams60 5660 7591 6
North Baddesley34 9396 10446 8
Andover Millway33 10531 8437 9
Romsey Cupernham38 8449 9435 10
Romsey Tadburn33 11314 12299 11
Andover Downlands27 12323 11195 14
Blackwater23 13260 13258 12
Ampfield & Braishfield9 19222 15204 13
Anna21 14226 14179 16
Harewood19 16217 16192 15
Bourne Valley20 15180 17130 18
Valley Park9 18171 18104 20
Bellinger4 20134 19129 19

Charlton & the Pentons 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 6 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

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

December 2024 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (2 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
April 20252
January 20251
December 20242
August 20242

A total of 47 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20252
April 20255
March 20256
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
November 20247
October 20246
September 20244

A total of 6 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
September 20242

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
September 20241

A total of 14 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
May 20254
April 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20253
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
September 20241
August 20242

High Crime Locations Charlton & the Pentons in July 2025

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

1. Foxcotte Lane (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Penton Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
3. West Park (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Short Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
5. Penton Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Weyhill Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Blissmore Lane (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
8. Ethelbert Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Carter'S Meadow (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
10. Enham Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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