Is Sandown and Lake Safe?
Crime statistics for Sandown and Lake. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 4,371 total crimes recorded in Sandown and Lake
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Sandown and Lake — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sandown and Lake safe?
Sandown and Lake has a CrimeRadar safety score of 10/100, rated High Crime. A total of 1,355 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 14.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Sandown and Lake are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Sandown and Lake in the last 12 months?
1,355 crimes were recorded in Sandown and Lake 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 14.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,584 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,741 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Sandown and Lake?
The most common crime in Sandown and Lake is Violent Crime, with 1,741 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 128.5% 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 Sandown and Lake increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Sandown and Lake is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 14.5% — from 1,584 crimes in the previous 12 months to 1,355 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Sandown and Lake?
Sandown and Lake 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 Sandown and Lake compare to the Hampshire Constabulary average?
Sandown and Lake has a safety score of 10/100, while the Hampshire Constabulary force area average is 21/100. Sandown and Lake 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 Sandown and Lake?
41.9% of crimes recorded in Sandown and Lake 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 Sandown and Lake?
1,741 violent crimes were recorded in Sandown and Lake in the last 12 months — representing 128.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 628 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 Sandown and Lake last updated?
The crime data for Sandown and Lake 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 Sandown and Lake with other areas?
You can compare Sandown and Lake 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.