Crime Rate in Blackwater: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blackwater

The total recorded crimes in Blackwater, Test Valley, UK in July 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blackwater crime rate of 49.41 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 Blackwater, encompassing approximately 465 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (450.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Blackwater Crime Hotspots

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

  • Stanbridge Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Arun Way with total crimes: 2
  • Kingston Park with total crimes: 2

How safe is Blackwater?

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

  • Relative to Test Valley:

    • In 2024, Blackwater demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Test Valley average, with 260 crimes compared to 493.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Blackwater recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 19 other areas in the Test Valley.

    • In 2023, Blackwater had fewer crimes than the Test Valley average, with 258 crimes compared to 442. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Blackwater recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 19 other areas in the Test Valley.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Blackwater Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Blackwater has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 49.41 ranking 13th out of 19 in the Test Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Blackwater crimes were 260. The crime rate of Blackwater in 2024 was 558.54 (year) or 46.54 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Test Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blackwater were around 258 crimes with yearly crime rate of 554.24 (year) or 46.19 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Test Valley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Blackwater)CrimesRank (Blackwater)CrimesRank (Blackwater)
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
Ampfield & Braishfield9 19222 15204 13
Anna21 14226 14179 16
Harewood19 16217 16192 15
Bourne Valley20 15180 17130 18
Charlton & the Pentons13 17112 20155 17
Valley Park9 18171 18104 20
Bellinger4 20134 19129 19

Blackwater 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 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

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

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Burglary dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Burglary were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 14 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20251
March 20255
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241

A total of 70 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20252
May 20255
April 20257
March 20255
February 20254
January 202510
December 20247
November 20248
October 20244
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 20 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20251
April 20255
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 36 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20244
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
January 20251

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
December 20242

A total of 7 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
December 20242
October 20242
September 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 2 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
April 20251

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

MonthCount
March 20251

High Crime Locations Blackwater in July 2025

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

1. Stanbridge Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Arun Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Kingston Park (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
4. Elmdale Grove (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Robbery1
5. Salisbury Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Saunders Lane (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Other theft1
7. Doctor'S Hill (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Compton'S Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Sand Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Romsey Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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