The total recorded crimes in Ampfield & Braishfield, Test Valley, UK in May 2025 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ampfield & Braishfield crime rate of 100.93 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 Ampfield & Braishfield, encompassing approximately 118 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Ampfield & Braishfield, we need to analyze Ampfield & Braishfield crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Test Valley:
In 2024, Ampfield & Braishfield demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Test Valley average, with 222 crimes compared to 493.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Ampfield & Braishfield recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 19 other areas in the Test Valley.
In 2023, Ampfield & Braishfield had fewer crimes than the Test Valley average, with 204 crimes compared to 442. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Ampfield & Braishfield recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 19 other areas in the Test Valley.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Test Valley, Ampfield & Braishfield has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In May 2025 the Ampfield & Braishfield has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 100.93 ranking 18th out of 19 in the Test Valley, UK
In 2024, the total Ampfield & Braishfield crimes were 222. The crime rate of Ampfield & Braishfield in 2024 was 1867.12 (year) or 155.59 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Test Valley.
In 2023, the total crimes in Ampfield & Braishfield were around 204 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1715.73 (year) or 142.98 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Test Valley.
| Area | May 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Ampfield & Braishfield) | Crimes | Rank (Ampfield & Braishfield) | Crimes | Rank (Ampfield & Braishfield) | |
| Andover St Mary's | 135 | 1 | 1,665 | 1 | 1,491 | 1 |
| Andover Winton | 62 | 4 | 806 | 3 | 772 | 2 |
| Andover Romans | 81 | 2 | 961 | 2 | 769 | 3 |
| Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams | 66 | 3 | 660 | 7 | 591 | 6 |
| Mid Test | 43 | 7 | 770 | 4 | 752 | 4 |
| Andover Harroway | 56 | 5 | 726 | 6 | 712 | 5 |
| Romsey Abbey | 55 | 6 | 741 | 5 | 589 | 7 |
| North Baddesley | 25 | 11 | 396 | 10 | 446 | 8 |
| Andover Millway | 24 | 12 | 531 | 8 | 437 | 9 |
| Romsey Cupernham | 41 | 8 | 449 | 9 | 435 | 10 |
| Harewood | 29 | 9 | 217 | 16 | 192 | 15 |
| Romsey Tadburn | 26 | 10 | 314 | 12 | 299 | 11 |
| Andover Downlands | 20 | 14 | 323 | 11 | 195 | 14 |
| Blackwater | 17 | 17 | 260 | 13 | 258 | 12 |
| Valley Park | 21 | 13 | 171 | 18 | 104 | 20 |
| Anna | 18 | 15 | 226 | 14 | 179 | 16 |
| Bourne Valley | 17 | 16 | 180 | 17 | 130 | 18 |
| Charlton & the Pentons | 11 | 19 | 112 | 20 | 155 | 17 |
| Bellinger | 7 | 20 | 134 | 19 | 129 | 19 |
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Burglary were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.
In March 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (3 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (15 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (9 cases).
In October 2024, Burglary dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).
In September 2024, Vehicle crime recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 6
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Criminal damage and arson (6 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).
In July 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (18 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).
In May 2024, Burglary dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 69 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.90 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 9 |
| April 2025 | 6 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 15 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 9 |
| November 2024 | 9 |
| August 2024 | 6 |
| July 2024 | 3 |
| May 2024 | 6 |
A total of 33 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 6 |
| November 2024 | 3 |
| October 2024 | 6 |
| June 2024 | 6 |
| May 2024 | 9 |
A total of 18 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 3 |
| November 2024 | 3 |
| August 2024 | 6 |
| May 2024 | 6 |
A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 15 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 6 |
| November 2024 | 15 |
| May 2024 | 3 |
A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 3 |
A total of 45 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 6 |
| November 2024 | 9 |
| October 2024 | 3 |
| September 2024 | 6 |
| June 2024 | 18 |
A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 6 |
A total of 9 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | 3 |
| October 2024 | 3 |
| August 2024 | 3 |
A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | 3 |
| June 2024 | 6 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Ampfield & Braishfield postcode area is presented below.