Basingstoke Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 123,498 residents, Basingstoke recorded 941 crimes in May 2025—an average of one reported crime for every 131 residents over the course of the month. This totals 7.6 crimes per 1,000 people, placing the area 6.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.1% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.2%) and public order offences (9.5%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of late spring, when extended daylight hours and warmer weather encourage outdoor socialising and drinking. The spike in violence and sexual offences may partly reflect increased foot traffic in town centres and public spaces during this time of year. Anti-social behaviour rates in Basingstoke were 23% below the UK average, suggesting local initiatives or community dynamics may be contributing to lower levels of disorder compared to national trends. While property crimes (258 incidents) accounted for 27.4% of all recorded crimes, the breakdown shows a distinct emphasis on violent and disorder-related offences, diverging from the national profile where property crime typically dominates. This contrast may be influenced by Basingstoke’s character as a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial areas, where social interactions and public spaces play a significant role in shaping crime patterns.

May 2025 saw a 400% increase in possession of weapons offences, rising from 4 to 20 incidents compared to April. This dramatic jump is the most significant month-on-month change in the data. Robbery incidents also rose sharply by 62.5%, with 13 reported cases compared to 8 in the previous month, while burglary increased by 54.5% (22 to 34). These rises contrast with declines in other categories, including a 17.6% drop in 'other crime' (17 to 14) and a 16.7% reduction in theft from the person (6 to 5). The breakdown of crime types reveals a notable divergence from the UK average: violence and sexual offences in Basingstoke are 13% above the national rate (3.2 vs 2.8 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour is 23% below (1.1 vs 1.4 per 1,000). This suggests a combination of local factors, such as the town’s proximity to major transport hubs and its role as a commuter destination, which may influence both the prevalence of violent crime and the effectiveness of community policing efforts. Residents should be particularly aware of the 400% surge in weapon possession offences, which may indicate a need for heightened vigilance in public spaces during evenings and weekends.

Basingstoke’s crime rate in May 2025 (7.6 per 1,000) represents a 4.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 7.3 per 1,000. Over the 31 days of May, this equates to approximately 30 crimes reported each day—a daily figure that provides context for local residents assessing their personal risk. On a monthly basis, the rate translates to one reported crime for every 131 residents, a statistic that offers a tangible measure of the likelihood of encountering crime in the area. When compared to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, Basingstoke remains slightly safer. gap is narrower than in previous months. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the absolute number of crimes is substantial, the rate per capita remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres. This is particularly evident in categories such as shoplifting (25% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (50% below), which may reflect the town’s lower density and potentially more effective policing of retail and transport areas. However, the 13% above-average rate for violence and sexual offences underscores a specific challenge for local authorities, suggesting that targeted interventions may be necessary to address this particular trend.