Crime Rate in Alresford and Itchen Valley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Alresford and Itchen Valley

The total recorded crimes in Alresford and Itchen Valley, Winchester, UK in July 2025 are around 42 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Alresford and Itchen Valley crime rate of 5.94 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 Alresford and Itchen Valley, encompassing approximately 7,065 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (88.89% increase)
  • Burglary: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Alresford and Itchen Valley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shepherds Field with total crimes: 5
  • Windsor Road with total crimes: 3
  • Park Mount with total crimes: 2

How safe is Alresford and Itchen Valley?

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

  • Relative to Winchester:

    • In 2024, Alresford and Itchen Valley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Winchester average, with 435 crimes compared to 665.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Alresford and Itchen Valley recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 15 other areas in the Winchester.

    • In 2023, Alresford and Itchen Valley had fewer crimes than the Winchester average, with 438 crimes compared to 621. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Alresford and Itchen Valley recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 15 other areas in the Winchester.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Winchester, Alresford and Itchen Valley has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Alresford and Itchen Valley Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Alresford and Itchen Valley has recorded 42 crimes with crime rate of 5.94 ranking 9th out of 15 in the Winchester, UK

In 2024, the total Alresford and Itchen Valley crimes were 435. The crime rate of Alresford and Itchen Valley in 2024 was 61.56 (year) or 5.13 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Winchester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Alresford and Itchen Valley were around 438 crimes with yearly crime rate of 61.99 (year) or 5.17 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Winchester.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Alresford and Itchen Valley)CrimesRank (Alresford and Itchen Valley)CrimesRank (Alresford and Itchen Valley)
St Michael168 11,913 11,933 1
Whiteley and Shedfield127 21,196 21,121 2
St Paul77 4960 3900 3
Central Meon Valley77 3718 5743 5
St Bartholomew57 7663 6763 4
The Worthys26 15802 4649 6
Bishop's Waltham69 5382 13236 15
Southwick and Wickham67 6528 9375 12
St Luke40 10632 8548 7
Upper Meon Valley43 8652 7532 8
Badger Farm and Oliver's Battery29 12364 14418 10
Denmead31 11410 11400 11
St Barnabas29 13401 12337 13
Wonston and Micheldever27 14350 15306 14
Colden Common and Twyford19 16227 16230 16

Alresford and Itchen Valley 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 17 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson 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 9 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Burglary 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 Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 108 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 10.80 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202517
June 20259
May 20259
April 202514
March 20259
February 20259
January 202510
December 20249
November 20248
October 202414

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20255
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244

A total of 14 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
December 20242
October 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20254
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
October 20241

A total of 13 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252

High Crime Locations Alresford and Itchen Valley in July 2025

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

1. Shepherds Field (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
2. Windsor Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Park Mount (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Station Approach (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Mitford Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Station Hill (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Drugs1
7. Sutton Wood Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Bighton Dean Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. Chalky Hill (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Itchen View (Map)
Total1
Other crime1

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