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 March 2025 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Charlton & the Pentons crime rate of 12.80 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (1) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Charlton & the Pentons Crime Hotspots

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

  • Richborough Drive with total crimes: 4
  • Wetherby Gardens with total crimes: 3
  • 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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Charlton & the Pentons has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 12.80 ranking 19th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Test Valley)CrimesRank (Test Valley)CrimesRank (Test Valley)
Andover St Mary's137 11,665 11,491 1
Andover Winton54 3806 3772 2
Andover Romans74 2961 2769 3
Mid Test38 11770 4752 4
Andover Harroway54 4726 6712 5
Romsey Abbey42 8741 5589 7
Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams51 5660 7591 6
Romsey Cupernham48 6449 9435 10
Andover Millway46 7531 8437 9
North Baddesley38 10396 10446 8
Andover Downlands40 9323 11195 14
Romsey Tadburn25 12314 12299 11
Blackwater20 14260 13258 12
Ampfield & Braishfield3 20222 15204 13
Harewood25 13217 16192 15
Anna15 15226 14179 16
Bourne Valley15 16180 17130 18
Valley Park14 17171 18104 20
Bellinger13 18134 19129 19

Charlton & the Pentons Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
August 20241
May 20243

A total of 49 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
November 20247
October 20246
September 20244
July 20244
June 202410
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 12 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
September 20242
July 20241
June 20244

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

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
September 20241

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242

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

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
August 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 10 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Charlton & the Pentons in March 2025

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

1. Richborough Drive (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Wetherby Gardens (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. West Park (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
4. Lodge Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. St Thomas Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
6. Carter'S Meadow (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Collins Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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