Crime in Milford & Hordle: statistics, rates and trends
281 crimes were recorded in Milford & Hordle in the 12 months to July 2026, 26.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 1% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Milford & Hordle at a glance
- Crime trends in Milford & Hordle
- Types of crime in Milford & Hordle
- Milford & Hordle compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Milford & Hordle
- What happened after crimes were reported in Milford & Hordle
- Population and deprivation in Milford & Hordle
- Questions about crime in Milford & Hordle
- About this data
281 crimes were recorded in Milford & Hordle in the 12 months to July 2026, 26.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 1% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 117 reports (42% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Milford & Hordle has the 3,832nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Milford & Hordle | New Forest | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 281 | 10,252 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 26.9 | 58.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +1% | -8% | -1% |
| Population | 10,443 | 176,116 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Milford & Hordle was highest in the year to July 2021 (414 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (278). Over the whole period it fell 17%, 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 | 281 | 26.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 278 | 26.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 324 | 31.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 337 | 32.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 398 | 38.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 414 | 39.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 398 | 38.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 342 | 32.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 338 | 32.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 27 |
| June 2026 | 29 |
| May 2026 | 25 |
| April 2026 | 25 |
| March 2026 | 23 |
| February 2026 | 22 |
| January 2026 | 16 |
| December 2025 | 18 |
| November 2025 | 20 |
| October 2025 | 24 |
| September 2025 | 26 |
| August 2025 | 26 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Milford & Hordle 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 increases were in anti-social behaviour (+17%). The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-46%) and burglary (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 117 | 11.2 | 0.33 | +7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 27 | 2.6 | 0.17 | +17% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 27 | 2.6 | 0.38 | +69% |
| Other theft | 27 | 2.6 | 0.40 | -7% |
| Burglary | 23 | 2.2 | 0.62 | -18% |
| Public order | 18 | 1.7 | 0.26 | -10% |
| Other crime | 17 | 1.6 | 0.77 | +240% |
| Vehicle crime | 15 | 1.4 | 0.29 | -46% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.3 | 0.30 | +50% |
| Shoplifting | 3 | 0.3 | 0.03 | -62% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.2 | 0.23 | n/a |
| Drugs | 2 | 0.2 | 0.06 | -75% |
Violence and sexual offences in Milford & Hordle
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Milford & Hordle recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 41.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Milford & Hordle
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Milford & Hordle recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 9.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Milford & Hordle
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Milford & Hordle recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 69% on the year before. It made up 9.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Milford & Hordle
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Milford & Hordle recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 9.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Milford & Hordle
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Milford & Hordle recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 8.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Milford & Hordle
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Milford & Hordle recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Milford & Hordle
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Milford & Hordle recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 240% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Milford & Hordle
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Milford & Hordle recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 46% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Milford & Hordle
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Milford & Hordle recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Milford & Hordle
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Milford & Hordle recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 62% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Milford & Hordle
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Milford & Hordle recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 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 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Milford & Hordle
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Milford & Hordle recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 75% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Milford & Hordle, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Milford & Hordle.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Milford & Hordle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennington | 394 | 51.2 | +90% |
| Ashley, Bashley & Fernhill | 350 | 45.7 | +70% |
| Milton | 648 | 102.2 | +280% |
| Barton & Becton | 178 | 24.5 | -9% |
| Lymington | 514 | 64.3 | +139% |
| Ballard | 356 | 86.6 | +222% |
| Sway | 113 | 29.2 | +8% |
| Brockenhurst & Denny Lodge | 157 | 45.6 | +70% |
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 Milford & Hordle over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Everton Road | 15 |
| On or near Parking Area | 12 |
| On or near De La Warr Road | 10 |
| On or near Nursery Close | 9 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 6 |
| On or near Telford Place | 6 |
| On or near Christchurch Road | 6 |
| On or near Honeysuckle Gardens | 5 |
| On or near High Street | 5 |
| On or near Barnes Lane | 5 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Milford & Hordle 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 99 | 35.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 93 | 33.1% |
| Not recorded | 27 | 9.6% |
| Under investigation | 23 | 8.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 14 | 5.0% |
| Local resolution | 12 | 4.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 4 | 1.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 4 | 1.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 0.7% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.4% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.4% |
Milford & Hordle has an estimated population of 10,443. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Milford & Hordle sits in decile 8.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Milford & Hordle |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 11.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 45.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 43.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 84.3% |
| Social rented homes | 4.8% |
| Private rented homes | 10.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.8 |
Is Milford & Hordle a safe place to live?
Milford & Hordle recorded 26.9 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 Milford & Hordle?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (27).
Is crime in Milford & Hordle going up or down?
Recorded crime in Milford & Hordle was up 1% on the year before: 281 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 278 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Milford & Hordle?
Milford & Hordle 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 Milford & Hordle. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.