Andover Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant category in Andover's June 2024 crime statistics, accounting for nearly half of all reported incidents. This category, at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, exceeded the UK average by 41%, underscoring a localised concentration of violent crime that may partly explain the overall rate's position relative to national figures. The 8.0 crimes per 1,000 residents for Andover placed it 2.4% below the UK average of 8.2, though this slight advantage was tempered by the marked increase in violent crime compared to previous months. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences followed, with the former at 1.0 per 1,000 (12.9% of total) and the latter at 0.8 per 1,000 (10.4%). These figures align with patterns typically seen in medium-sized towns where public spaces are heavily used. The seasonal context of June — the start of summer — may have influenced crime dynamics, with longer daylight hours increasing opportunities for public order incidents and anti-social behaviour. However, the relatively low rates of property crimes (90 total, or 22.7% of all crimes) and the 67% below UK average for burglary suggest that residential areas remain comparatively secure. The dominance of violent crime in Andover's crime picture contrasts with the UK average, where violence accounts for 41% of all crimes, but the local concentration here indicates a need for targeted policing strategies. This pattern may reflect Andover's character as a built-up area within Test Valley, where social interactions in public spaces and commercial areas could contribute to higher rates of violent incidents. The data also highlights the importance of understanding local context: while the overall rate is slightly below the UK average, the disproportionate share of violent crime suggests that efforts to address this category could have a significant impact on the town's crime profile.

Violence and sexual offences dominated June's crime statistics, accounting for 49% of all reported incidents. This category was 41% above the UK average (3.9 vs 2.8 per 1,000), suggesting a localised concentration of incidents that may partly explain the overall rate's position relative to national figures. Month-on-month, possession of weapons surged by 66.7% (3 to 5), while vehicle crime and theft from the person both increased by 50%. These rises could reflect heightened summer activity or changes in policing priorities. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 29% compared to the UK average, and drugs offences dropped by 23.1% (13 to 10) — a decline that may indicate successful targeted interventions. Burglary and vehicle crime remained 67% and 78% below UK averages respectively, highlighting areas where Andover's safety profile outperforms national trends. The sharp increase in possession of weapons, though small in absolute terms, warrants scrutiny given its 43% above UK average.

Andover's crime rate in June 2024 rose 21.1% compared to May's 6.6 per 1,000, reflecting a shift in local crime dynamics. Daily crime averaged 13 incidents, equivalent to one reported crime for every 125 residents over the course of the month. This figure contextualises the monthly exposure as a local benchmark, though no UK-wide daily comparison exists. The population-scaled perspective shows that 8.0 crimes per 1,000 residents places Andover slightly below the UK average, yet the rise from May suggests evolving patterns. While property crimes remain relatively low (6.7% of total), the increase in violent crime and public order offences indicates a shift in focus for local policing. The monthly exposure metric underscores that crime remains a manageable concern for residents. Comparing June's data to May highlights a growing emphasis on addressing violent crime, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or social activity.