Oakley (Basingstoke and Deane) Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Oakley (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded a crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 38% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This rate translates to one reported crime for roughly every 227 residents over the course of the month, a figure that situates the area within the lower end of the national spectrum for overall safety. The most common crimes were shoplifting (8 incidents, 32% of total), followed by violence and sexual offences (6 incidents, 24%), and anti-social behaviour (4 incidents, 16%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up suburban zone, where retail hubs likely drive shoplifting and community dynamics influence anti-social behaviour. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may contribute to a pre-spring lull in some crime types, though the sharp rise in shoplifting suggests localized pressures that could be tied to post-holiday retail activity or specific vulnerabilities in local businesses. Violent crime remains significantly below the UK average, consistent with the area’s relatively stable residential environment. The breakdown highlights a mix of challenges and strengths, with property crime rates (13 incidents) slightly outpacing violent crime (6 incidents) for the first time in recent months, a shift that may reflect changing patterns in local security or economic factors.

February 2024 saw dramatic increases in burglary (+200%), shoplifting (+166.7%), and vehicle crime (+100%) compared to January, while public order offences fell by 33.3%. These shifts altered the crime mix, with property crimes (13 incidents) outpacing violent crimes (6 incidents) for the first time in recent months. Shoplifting, at 8 incidents (1.4 per 1,000), was 159% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the 56% below UK average for violence and sexual offences (6 incidents). The burglary rate (0.5 per 1,000) was 67% above the UK average, suggesting localized pressures in retail or residential areas. Residents may find the shoplifting spike particularly relevant, as it indicates heightened activity in high-traffic zones. These findings underscore a combination of seasonal lulls and specific vulnerabilities in the area’s crime profile.

Oakley’s crime rate in February 2024 rose by 38.8% compared to January’s 3.2 per 1,000 residents, reaching 4.4 per 1,000. This increase, though significant, remains 38% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported per day over the 29-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 227 residents. While this rate is lower than the UK average, the month-on-month rise highlights a shift in local patterns. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the increase, Oakley’s residents face a lower risk than the national average, with fewer incidents of violent crime and property theft. However, the spike in shoplifting and burglary suggests localized pressures that may require targeted attention. This context helps residents understand their monthly risk in practical terms, framing the data as a combination of seasonal trends and specific local factors.