Oakley Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Oakley (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded a crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents in November 2024, placing it 72.4% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the national trend underscores Oakley's position as an area with significantly lower crime levels. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.7% of total incidents (5 cases), followed by criminal damage and arson (25.0%, 3 cases) and burglary (16.7%, 2 cases). These figures highlight a mixed profile, with violent crime dominating but remaining well below UK averages. Seasonal factors may influence this pattern, as November's darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night could contribute to increased incidents of violence and property damage. The low crime rate may reflect Oakley's characteristics as a built-up area within a larger commuter zone, where lower population density and community cohesion could mitigate criminal activity. However, the rise in violent crime compared to October suggests potential vulnerabilities, particularly in managing public order during seasonal events. The overall picture illustrates a balance between local safety and the challenges of addressing occasional spikes in specific crime types.

Violence and sexual offences surged by 150% in November, rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This category, at 0.9 per 1,000 residents, remains 65% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson spiked by 200%, jumping from 1 to 3 incidents—though still 12% below the UK rate of 0.6 per 1,000. Burglary also doubled, increasing from 1 to 2 incidents, a rate of 0.4 per 1,000 that is 29% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. These shifts suggest a temporary uptick in property-related crimes, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night. The balance between violent and property crimes shifted significantly, with violent crimes accounting for 41.7% of total incidents, a notable contrast to the UK's higher proportion of property crimes.

Oakley's crime rate in November 2024 rose 19.9% from 1.8 to 2.1 per 1,000 residents compared to October. This increase, though significant, remains far below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of 0 crimes per day over the month, highlighting the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. When considering monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for every 473 residents, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of crime within the local population. While the rate has increased, the absolute number of crimes (12 total) remains minimal, suggesting that even with the rise, Oakley continues to be a relatively safe area compared to national benchmarks. This contrast is amplified by the area's population size—5,676 residents—where the low crime count translates to a manageable burden on local policing resources.