The question of what types of vehicle crime are common in Blackfield and Langley is understandably a concern for residents. While specific details on vehicle crime types aren't broken down in the available data, understanding the broader crime picture for the area provides context.
Blackfield and Langley, a built-up area (BUA) within the New Forest, has a population of 6165. The overall crime rate for the area stands at 57.9 incidents per 1,000 people, which is considerably lower than the UK average of 91.6 incidents per 1,000. This suggests a generally safer environment compared to many other parts of the country. The safety score for Blackfield and Langley is 84 out of 100, again exceeding the UK average of 79, further reinforcing this perception of relative safety.
Importantly, the provided data includes a property crime rate of 12.7 per 1,000. While not exclusively vehicle-related, property crime often includes theft from or damage to vehicles. This statistic indicates that vehicle-related theft, even if not specifically categorised as such, is a factor contributing to the overall property crime rate.
Because detailed breakdowns of vehicle crime types (such as theft of a vehicle, theft from a vehicle, or vehicle damage) are not available in the provided data, it's difficult to pinpoint specific prevalent offences. However, given the broader property crime rate, it's reasonable to assume that theft from vehicles – such as theft of personal belongings or car parts – likely occurs. The lower overall crime rate compared to the UK average suggests that vehicle crime, in general, is less of a problem in Blackfield and Langley. Further investigation with local police resources may provide more granular details on vehicle-specific crime trends.