Hampshire Constabulary

Is New Forest Heart Safe?

Crime statistics for New Forest Heart. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 24 months: February 2024 – January 2026 1,486 crimes
21 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

1,486 Crimes (last 24 months)
67.4% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↓5.8% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 24 months — 1,486 total crimes recorded in New Forest Heart

Violent Crime
462 31.1%
Vehicle Crime
163 11%
Burglary
138 9.3%
Public Order
131 8.8%
Other Theft
124 8.3%
Shoplifting
124 8.3%
Anti-Social Behaviour
120 8.1%
Criminal Damage & Arson
115 7.7%
Bicycle Theft
40 2.7%
Drugs
29 2%
Possession of Weapons
18 1.2%
Other Crime
14 0.9%
Robbery
6 0.4%
Theft from Person
2 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for New Forest Heart — last 24 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is New Forest Heart safe?

New Forest Heart has a CrimeRadar safety score of 21/100, rated High Crime. 721 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. New Forest Heart has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in New Forest Heart in the last 12 months?

721 crimes were recorded in New Forest Heart in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 5.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (765 crimes).

What is the most common crime in New Forest Heart?

The most common crime in New Forest Heart is Violent Crime, with 462 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 64.1% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in New Forest Heart increasing or decreasing?

Crime in New Forest Heart is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 5.8% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for New Forest Heart?

New Forest Heart has a safety score of 21 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 New Forest Heart compare to the Hampshire Constabulary average?

New Forest Heart has a safety score of 21/100, while the Hampshire Constabulary force area average is 16/100. New Forest Heart 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 New Forest Heart?

67.4% of crimes in New Forest Heart 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 New Forest Heart?

462 violent crimes were recorded in New Forest Heart in the last 12 months, representing 64.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 120 incidents.

When was the crime data for New Forest Heart last updated?

The crime data for New Forest Heart 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 New Forest Heart with other areas?

You can compare New Forest Heart 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.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.