Is Petersfield Safe?
Crime statistics for Petersfield. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 2,088 total crimes recorded in Petersfield
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Petersfield — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Petersfield safe?
Petersfield has a CrimeRadar safety score of 11/100, rated High Crime. A total of 966 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 13.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Petersfield are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Petersfield in the last 12 months?
966 crimes were recorded in Petersfield 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 13.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,122 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 816 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Petersfield?
The most common crime in Petersfield is Violent Crime, with 816 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 84.5% 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 Petersfield increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Petersfield is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 13.9% — from 1,122 crimes in the previous 12 months to 966 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Petersfield?
Petersfield has a safety score of 11 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 Petersfield compare to the Hampshire Constabulary average?
Petersfield has a safety score of 11/100, while the Hampshire Constabulary force area average is 21/100. Petersfield 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 Petersfield?
48.1% of crimes recorded in Petersfield 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 Petersfield?
816 violent crimes were recorded in Petersfield in the last 12 months — representing 84.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 212 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 Petersfield last updated?
The crime data for Petersfield was last updated in May 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 Petersfield with other areas?
You can compare Petersfield 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.