Test Valley Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Test Valley recorded a crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents in July 2024, a figure 27.4% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This marks a significant improvement over the national trend, with the area's performance particularly notable in categories like violence and sexual offences (2.3 per 1,000, 19% below UK average) and anti-social behaviour (0.7 per 1,000, 52% below UK average). The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (37.8% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (10.7%) and public order offences (9.3%). These figures suggest a community with relatively strong policing or social cohesion, though the seasonal context of July—peak summer, schools out, and tourism—may influence crime patterns. The lower crime rate could be attributed to factors such as a smaller population density or effective local initiatives. The area's performance in reducing violent crime and anti-social behaviour stands out, even as other categories like vehicle crime and bicycle theft rose sharply. This mixed picture highlights the complexity of crime trends, with some areas of improvement and others requiring closer attention. The seasonal context of July, with its festivals and outdoor events, likely plays a role in shaping these patterns, though further analysis would be needed to confirm direct links. Overall, Test Valley's crime profile in July 2024 reflects a combination of local factors and broader national trends, with the area maintaining a safer environment than the UK average.

July saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with vehicle crime surging by 79.4% (34 → 61) and bicycle theft doubling (7 → 14). This increase aligns with seasonal patterns, as tourism and festivals likely brought more vehicles and cyclists to the area. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 17.8% (107 → 88), possibly reflecting reduced public gatherings during the summer. Other crime also rose sharply, with an 111.1% increase (9 → 19), though this category remains below the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type (37.8% of total), were 19% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community initiatives. The drop in possession of weapons (-80.0%) from 10 to 2 cases highlights a notable reduction in this category, though further analysis is needed to determine the cause. These changes illustrate a mixed picture of rising and falling crime types, with some trends directly tied to seasonal activity.

Test Valley's crime rate in July 2024 rose 5.0% compared to June's 5.8 per 1,000, reaching 6.1 per 1,000. While this marks a slight upward trend, the area remains 27.4% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show 27 crimes reported each day in July, a figure that reflects local patterns without direct UK comparison. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 164 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure rate. With a population of 135,201, this translates to a relatively low risk profile compared to national averages. The increase in vehicle crime (+79.4%) and bicycle theft (+100%) suggests seasonal activity linked to tourism and festivals, though these remain below UK averages for their categories. The drop in anti-social behaviour (-17.8%) may indicate community efforts or changes in public behaviour during the summer months. These figures provide context for residents, showing that while crime has risen slightly, Test Valley continues to perform better than the UK overall.