West End (Eastleigh) Crime Rate

About West End (Eastleigh) Crime Statistics

West End (Eastleigh), as a Built-Up Area, records an overall crime rate of 67.4 per 1,000 people per year, positioning it below the UK national average of 93.4 per 1,000. With a strong safety score of 83 out of 100, West End (Eastleigh) surpasses the UK average safety score of 78, indicating a relatively secure urban environment for its 10,137 residents. The latest data reveals a positive decreasing trend in crime, with a year-over-year reduction of 10.6%. This overview provides essential context for understanding West End (Eastleigh)'s crime landscape, paving the way for a deeper dive into specific crime types, evolving trends, and local comparisons.

West End (Eastleigh) Crime Type Analysis

Within West End (Eastleigh) Built-Up Area, Violence and sexual offences constitute the most prevalent crime category, accounting for 40.7% of all reported incidents at a rate of 27.4 per 1,000 people. Vehicle crime is the second most common type, making up 10.1% of crimes with a rate of 6.8 per 1,000. Public order ranks as the third top crime, representing 9.5% of offences at 6.4 per 1,000.

Focusing on property-related crime, which is of particular importance to residents and homeowners, the combined rate stands at 23.6 per 1,000 people per year. This category includes burglary (2.2 per 1,000), other theft (5.9 per 1,000), vehicle crime (6.8 per 1,000), criminal damage and arson (3.6 per 1,000), bicycle theft (0.3 per 1,000), robbery (0.3 per 1,000), and theft from the person (0.1 per 1,000). While this figure is lower than the UK average property crime rate of 33.2 per 1,000, these statistics underscore the continued need for vigilance and robust security measures to protect homes and possessions within West End (Eastleigh) BUA.

Crime Trends in West End (Eastleigh)

West End (Eastleigh) Built-Up Area has experienced a positive decreasing crime trend over the past year, with a significant reduction of 10.6% year-over-year. This indicates a notable decline in the total number of crimes reported compared to the previous 12-month period. Reviewing the monthly trend data shows fluctuations, with the crime rate per 1,000 people starting at 5.9 in October 2024 and generally decreasing to 5.1 by September 2025. Peaks were observed in November 2024 (7.5), May 2025 (7.1) and August 2025 (6.7), while lower rates were seen in February 2025 (3.2) and January 2025 (4.5). For residents, this decreasing trend is reassuring, suggesting that efforts to reduce crime may be having an impact, contributing to a safer environment overall.

West End (Eastleigh) Crime Time Patterns

Crime in West End (Eastleigh) Built-Up Area shows distinct time-based patterns. During morning hours (6am-12pm), theft-related offences are most common at 50%, with vehicle crime at 26% and burglary at 8%, reflecting daily commutes and commercial activity. The afternoon (12pm-6pm) sees theft rise to 59% and vehicle crime at 10%, likely due to increased shopping and properties being unattended. In the evening (6pm-12am), vehicle crime is 30% and 'other' crimes are 33%, while theft drops to 24%. Overnight (12am-6am), vehicle crime dominates at 60%, followed by 'other' crimes at 18% and burglary at 13%, consistent with periods of reduced visibility and activity.

West End (Eastleigh) Compared to Nearby Areas

Comparing West End (Eastleigh) Built-Up Area to its neighbouring urban settlements provides valuable local context. West End (Eastleigh) BUA's overall crime rate of 67.4 per 1,000 suggests a moderate safety profile within its immediate vicinity. Nearby areas such as Hedge End, Horton Heath, Botley, and Southampton will each have their own unique crime statistics influenced by their size, demographics, and local amenities. For instance, the larger Southampton BUA will typically report higher crime rates, while smaller residential areas could see different patterns. Understanding these local variations helps residents gauge West End (Eastleigh) BUA's relative safety and appreciate its position within the broader Eastleigh district.

Protecting Your Property in West End (Eastleigh)

With West End (Eastleigh) Built-Up Area experiencing a property crime rate of 23.6 per 1,000 people per year, safeguarding your home and possessions is a key priority. Relying solely on traditional security cameras, which often just record a burglary in progress, offers limited protection. Instead, consider adopting proactive security solutions that aim to prevent crime before it occurs.

An AI-powered home security operating system, like scOS, offers advanced deterrence by detecting threats at your property boundary. This multi-camera intelligence continuously monitors all angles, learns your family's routines, and uses DVLA vehicle verification to identify suspicious activity. This proactive approach ensures that potential intruders are identified and deterred before they can cause damage or gain entry. By destroying the element of surprise with autonomous responses such as activating lights or speakers, scOS makes it clear your property is professionally protected, encouraging burglars to move on within their critical 60-second decision window. This shifts your security from merely documenting a crime to actively preventing it.