Operated by: Hampshire Constabulary

http://www.hampshire.police.uk/internet/my-neighbourhood/test-valley/test-valley-north/andover-north/

Andover North consists of three wards:

The Ward is home to a range of different communities from rural village communities including: The Pentons
Appleshaw, Weyhill, Clanville, Redenham, Great Shoddesden, Faberstown, Penton Bellinger, Bourne ValleyThruxton, Kimpton & Fyfield to the larger and more densely populated community of Shipton Bellinger.

Charlton Ward is one of the smallest wards in Andover. It contains a Pub, a shop, Charlton Lakes and a small housing estate. It is surrounded by country side. Charlton Village is a pretty little village and , although very close to Andover, has a charm of its own. Charlton has many recreational facilities for all ages surrounding Charlton Lakes.

Penton Bellinger Ward covers 4,791 hectares in the north-west of Test Valley. The northern and western edges of the ward border Wiltshire, with Andover to the east.

The Ward of Bourne Valley covers 6,678 hectares in the north of Test Valley. Bourne Valley is a rural ward which includes the villages of Faccombe, Hurstbourne Tarrant, Hatherden, Linkenholt, Tangley and Vernham Dean.

Bourne Valley is the largest ward in the borough and is the least densely populated ward in Test Valley. The ward borders Basingstoke and Deane to the East, West Berkshire to the north and Wiltshire to the west.

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Current Priorities

Issue

Tackling anti-social behaviour hot spots

Action

we will continue to identify and increase visible patrols in areas that have been raised as ASB concerns. We will work with statutory partners to problem solve and address the issues.

Issue

Tackling rural crime

Action

We will work closely with communities to identify rural crime trends and series and then tackle and problem solve in partnership

Issue

Keeping town centres safe

Action

We will increase visibility and police action to tackle crime and disorder in identified town centres across the summer months

Issue

Drug related harm

Action

Targeting offenders involved in the distribution and supply of controlled drugs

Upcoming Events

Police Recruitment Event

An opportunity to learn about a career in HIOW Constabulary and talk to officers in various roles, ranging from Neighbourhood Policing to Firearms to Dog Support Unit and more.

Where: The Lights Andover

When: 22 September 2025 at 19:00 - 22 September 2025 at 21:00