Performance and Measurement
Force Assessment - Hampshire
Back to previous pageEach assessment made about the force in the seven key performance areas is shown here. A summary of force performance is also provided, and additionally, users can view the force’s assessments in comparison to its peers. Finally, basic factual information about the force is shown.
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| Performance Areas | Delivery | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Reducing Crime | Good | Improved |
| Investigating Crime | Good | Improved |
| Promoting Safety | Good | Improved |
| Providing Assistance | Excellent | Improved |
| Citizen Focus | Fair | Improved |
| Resource Use | Good | Improved |
| Local Policing | Good | Improved |
Summary of HMIC baseline assessments.
In 2004/05, Hampshire made significant improvements in crime reduction and received national and international recognition for this work. Investigative performance was impressive, with some of the best detection rates nationally for domestic burglary and robbery. The resources dedicated to major crime investigation were significant and yielded good results. The force is also seen as a leader in the management of calls from the public and providing a quality service. Additionally, following a period of stability in the command team, the past year saw the appointment of a new assistant chief constable.
Two of the main organisational challenges for Hampshire in 2005/06 will be the introduction of a new local command structure which will reduce its Basic Command Units (BCUs) from ten to six, and the implementation of a record management system, which presents a fundamental change in IT systems.
For futher information see the full baseline assessment.
Police Authority Chair: Mike Attenborough-Cox
Authority Website: www.hampshirepoliceauthority.org
Chief Constable: Paul R Kernaghan
Force Website: www.hampshire.police.uk
Staff Numbers:
- Police Officers: 3803
- Police Staff: 1965
- Community Support Officers: 26
- Other Staff: 109
- Special Constables: 369
Budget 2005/06: £261.5m
