Is Alton Rural Safe?
Crime statistics for Alton Rural. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 954 total crimes recorded in Alton Rural
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Alton Rural — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alton Rural safe?
Alton Rural has a CrimeRadar safety score of 47/100, rated Average. 444 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Alton Rural has an average crime level for the UK.
How many crimes were recorded in Alton Rural in the last 12 months?
444 crimes were recorded in Alton Rural in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 12.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (510 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Alton Rural?
The most common crime in Alton Rural is Violent Crime, with 356 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 80.2% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Alton Rural increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Alton Rural is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 12.9% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Alton Rural?
Alton Rural has a safety score of 47 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Alton Rural compare to the Hampshire Constabulary average?
Alton Rural has a safety score of 47/100, while the Hampshire Constabulary force area average is 16/100. Alton Rural is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Alton Rural?
60.6% of crimes in Alton Rural resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Alton Rural?
356 violent crimes were recorded in Alton Rural in the last 12 months, representing 80.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 50 incidents.
When was the crime data for Alton Rural last updated?
The crime data for Alton Rural was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Alton Rural with other areas?
You can compare Alton Rural with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.