Crime in Barton & Becton: statistics, rates and trends
178 crimes were recorded in Barton & Becton in the 12 months to July 2026, 24.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Barton & Becton at a glance
- Crime trends in Barton & Becton
- Types of crime in Barton & Becton
- Barton & Becton compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Barton & Becton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Barton & Becton
- Population and deprivation in Barton & Becton
- Questions about crime in Barton & Becton
- About this data
178 crimes were recorded in Barton & Becton in the 12 months to July 2026, 24.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 78 reports (44% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Barton & Becton has the 3,873rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Barton & Becton | New Forest | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 178 | 10,252 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 24.5 | 58.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +3% | -8% | -1% |
| Population | 7,276 | 176,116 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Barton & Becton was highest in the year to July 2021 (287 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (173). Over the whole period it fell 20%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 178 | 24.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 173 | 23.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 197 | 27.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 253 | 34.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 282 | 38.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 287 | 39.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 258 | 35.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 247 | 33.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 222 | 30.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 15 |
| June 2026 | 17 |
| May 2026 | 15 |
| April 2026 | 17 |
| March 2026 | 17 |
| February 2026 | 13 |
| January 2026 | 13 |
| December 2025 | 16 |
| November 2025 | 21 |
| October 2025 | 8 |
| September 2025 | 10 |
| August 2025 | 16 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Barton & Becton over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-38%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 78 | 10.7 | 0.31 | +10% |
| Other theft | 15 | 2.1 | 0.32 | -17% |
| Shoplifting | 14 | 1.9 | 0.23 | +1300% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 13 | 1.8 | 0.12 | -32% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 13 | 1.8 | 0.26 | -38% |
| Public order | 13 | 1.8 | 0.27 | -7% |
| Drugs | 11 | 1.5 | 0.46 | +175% |
| Burglary | 7 | 1.0 | 0.27 | +0% |
| Other crime | 6 | 0.8 | 0.39 | +50% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.4 | 0.42 | +50% |
| Vehicle crime | 3 | 0.4 | 0.08 | -73% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.17 | n/a |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.10 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Barton & Becton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Barton & Becton recorded 78 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 43.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Barton & Becton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Barton & Becton recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 8.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Barton & Becton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Barton & Becton recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 1300% on the year before. It made up 7.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Barton & Becton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Barton & Becton recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Barton & Becton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Barton & Becton recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Barton & Becton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Barton & Becton recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Barton & Becton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Barton & Becton recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 175% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Barton & Becton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Barton & Becton recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Barton & Becton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Barton & Becton recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Barton & Becton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Barton & Becton recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Barton & Becton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Barton & Becton recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 73% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Barton & Becton
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Barton & Becton recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Barton & Becton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Barton & Becton recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Barton & Becton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Barton & Becton.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Barton & Becton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milton | 648 | 102.2 | +318% |
| Ballard | 356 | 86.6 | +254% |
| Ashley, Bashley & Fernhill | 350 | 45.7 | +87% |
| Milford & Hordle | 281 | 26.9 | +10% |
| Sway | 113 | 29.2 | +19% |
| Pennington | 394 | 51.2 | +109% |
| Bransgore, Burley, Sopley & Ringwood East | 305 | 44.3 | +81% |
| Lymington | 514 | 64.3 | +163% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Barton & Becton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Cliffe Road | 14 |
| On or near Cliff Crescent | 13 |
| On or near Parking Area | 11 |
| On or near The Park | 8 |
| On or near Knighton Park | 7 |
| On or near Hurst Close | 7 |
| On or near Barton Court Avenue | 6 |
| On or near Bouverie Close | 6 |
| On or near Dunford Close | 5 |
| On or near Ocean Breeze | 5 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Barton & Becton over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 66 | 37.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 42 | 23.6% |
| Under investigation | 17 | 9.6% |
| Not recorded | 13 | 7.3% |
| Local resolution | 12 | 6.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 10 | 5.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 8 | 4.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 2.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 1.7% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 1 | 0.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 1 | 0.6% |
Barton & Becton has an estimated population of 7,276. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Barton & Becton sits in decile 9.5, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Barton & Becton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 7.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 40.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 52.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 88.0% |
| Social rented homes | 1.6% |
| Private rented homes | 10.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 9.5 |
Is Barton & Becton a safe place to live?
Barton & Becton recorded 24.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Barton & Becton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 78 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (15).
Is crime in Barton & Becton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Barton & Becton was up 3% on the year before: 178 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 173 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Barton & Becton?
Barton & Becton is policed by Hampshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Barton & Becton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.