Is Hedge End South Safe?
Crime statistics for Hedge End South. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 1,384 total crimes recorded in Hedge End South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Hedge End South — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hedge End South safe?
Hedge End South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 10/100, rated High Crime. A total of 1,384 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 12.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Hedge End South are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Hedge End South in the last 12 months?
1,384 crimes were recorded in Hedge End South 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 12.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,577 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 619 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Hedge End South?
The most common crime in Hedge End South is Violent Crime, with 619 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 44.7% 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 Hedge End South increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Hedge End South is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 12.2% — from 1,577 crimes in the previous 12 months to 1,384 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Hedge End South?
Hedge End South has a safety score of 10 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Hedge End South compare to the Hampshire Constabulary average?
Hedge End South has a safety score of 10/100, while the Hampshire Constabulary force area average is 18/100. Hedge End South is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Hedge End South?
25.4% of crimes recorded in Hedge End South 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 Hedge End South?
619 violent crimes were recorded in Hedge End South in the last 12 months — representing 44.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 208 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 Hedge End South last updated?
The crime data for Hedge End South was last updated in March 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 Hedge End South with other areas?
You can compare Hedge End South 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.