Crime Rate in Valley Park: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Valley Park

The total recorded crimes in Valley Park, Test Valley, UK in July 2025 are around 9 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Valley Park crime rate of 0.93 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 Valley Park, encompassing approximately 9,660 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Valley Park Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 2
  • Wheat Close with total crimes: 2
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 1

How safe is Valley Park?

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

  • Relative to Test Valley:

    • In 2024, Valley Park demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Test Valley average, with 171 crimes compared to 493.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Valley Park recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 19 other areas in the Test Valley.

    • In 2023, Valley Park had fewer crimes than the Test Valley average, with 104 crimes compared to 442. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Valley Park recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 19 other areas in the Test Valley.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Valley Park Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Valley Park has recorded 9 crimes with crime rate of 0.93 ranking 18th out of 19 in the Test Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Valley Park crimes were 171. The crime rate of Valley Park in 2024 was 17.70 (year) or 1.48 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Test Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Valley Park were around 104 crimes with yearly crime rate of 10.77 (year) or 0.90 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Test Valley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Valley Park)CrimesRank (Valley Park)CrimesRank (Valley Park)
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
Charlton & the Pentons13 17112 20155 17
Bellinger4 20134 19129 19

Valley Park 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 Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 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 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 77 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20259
April 20257
March 20254
February 20255
January 20255
December 20246
November 20248
October 20249
September 202411
August 20244

A total of 28 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20255
April 20258
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
October 20241
August 20243

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

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

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251

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

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations Valley Park in July 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Wheat Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Blencowe Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Chervil Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Larkspur Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Knightwood Crescent (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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