Is Bishops Waltham and Soberton Safe?
Crime statistics for Bishops Waltham and Soberton. Based on official UK Police data, updated July 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 350 total crimes recorded in Bishops Waltham and Soberton
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Bishops Waltham and Soberton — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bishops Waltham and Soberton safe?
Bishops Waltham and Soberton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 57/100, rated Average. A total of 350 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 37.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Bishops Waltham and Soberton are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Bishops Waltham and Soberton in the last 12 months?
350 crimes were recorded in Bishops Waltham and Soberton in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 37.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (564 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 172 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Bishops Waltham and Soberton?
The most common crime in Bishops Waltham and Soberton is Violent Crime, with 172 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 49.1% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Bishops Waltham and Soberton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Bishops Waltham and Soberton is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 37.9% — from 564 crimes in the previous 12 months to 350 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Bishops Waltham and Soberton?
Bishops Waltham and Soberton has a safety score of 57 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 Bishops Waltham and Soberton compare to the Hampshire Constabulary average?
Bishops Waltham and Soberton has a safety score of 57/100, while the Hampshire Constabulary force area average is 24/100. Bishops Waltham and Soberton 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 Bishops Waltham and Soberton?
45.5% of crimes recorded in Bishops Waltham and Soberton resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Hampshire Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Bishops Waltham and Soberton?
172 violent crimes were recorded in Bishops Waltham and Soberton in the last 12 months — representing 49.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 42 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Bishops Waltham and Soberton last updated?
The crime data for Bishops Waltham and Soberton was last updated in July 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Bishops Waltham and Soberton with other areas?
You can compare Bishops Waltham and Soberton with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.