North Baddesley Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

North Baddesley’s crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 in February 2026 places it 57.8% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, a stark contrast to national trends. This disparity suggests a unique local context, possibly shaped by the area’s built-up nature within Test Valley and its relatively low population density. The breakdown of crimes reveals violence and sexual offences as the most prevalent category (42.1% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (21.1%). These figures, while lower than the UK average for violence (53% below), show a notable 30% excess in criminal damage and arson, which may reflect local property vulnerabilities or environmental factors. Seasonal context plays a role, with February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull likely contributing to a subdued overall crime profile. However, the rise in shoplifting (1.1 per 1,000) and possession of weapons (0.1 per 1,000) hints at evolving patterns, influenced by retail cycles or transient populations. The area’s low crime rate, consistent with its rural-suburban character, remains a key differentiator, though the UK comparison underscores the need for targeted vigilance in areas such as retail security and anti-social behaviour prevention.

February 2026 saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+200%), criminal damage and arson (+100%), and possession of weapons (+100%), indicating a shift in criminal activity patterns. These rises contrast with a 50% decrease in other theft, suggesting a reallocation of focus among offenders. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category (42.1% of total crimes), but at 1.1 per 1,000, this rate is 53% below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. Conversely, criminal damage and arson (0.6 per 1,000) exceeded the UK average by 30%, a disparity that may reflect local factors such as property vulnerabilities or community dynamics. For residents, the 200% jump in shoplifting offers a concrete insight into areas requiring closer attention, particularly during the pre-spring lull when retail activity may peak.

North Baddesley's crime rate in February 2026 rose 18.5% from the previous month, moving from 2.3 to 2.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, places the area within a broader context of seasonal fluctuations. Daily crime statistics reveal that 19 crimes were reported over 28 days, translating to approximately 1 crime per day. While this frequency is low, it underscores the area's relative safety compared to national averages. Monthly exposure data shows that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 372 residents—a figure that, when contextualised with the area’s population of 7,062, illustrates a low risk of personal exposure to crime. This is particularly notable given the UK’s overall rate of 6.4 per 1,000, which means North Baddesley’s residents face a crime risk roughly one-third of the national average. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the area’s status as a low-crime community, though the rise from January suggests a need to monitor trends as the year progresses.