Oakley Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Oakley (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded a crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents in November 2025 — 53.4% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This stark deviation from national trends highlights the area’s unique position in the UK crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.8% of all crimes, with 7 incidents reported, a figure that remains 53% below the UK average for that category (2.6 per 1,000). The area’s crime profile is further distinguished by the absence of major spikes in property-related crimes, which collectively accounted for just 31.6% of all incidents — significantly lower than the UK average for property crime. This contrast is notable given the UK’s generally higher property crime rates, particularly in urban areas with greater retail and commercial activity. The seasonal context of November, marked by Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, typically correlates with increased retail theft and public order incidents in many regions. However, Oakley’s data shows no such spikes, suggesting that local policing strategies or community dynamics may be mitigating these risks. The built-up nature of Oakley, with its mix of residential and commercial zones, may also play a role in maintaining lower crime rates compared to more rural or dispersed areas, where isolation can sometimes correlate with higher crime rates. The sharp decline in violent crime, from 15 incidents in the previous month to 7 in November, aligns with the shorter evenings and reduced social activity typical of late autumn, but the sustained low levels of violence even during peak social periods indicate a broader trend of safety. This pattern may be influenced by the area’s relatively small population, which could reduce opportunities for violent incidents, or by the presence of community initiatives that foster cohesion and deter criminal activity. The data also highlights the importance of considering seasonal factors when interpreting crime statistics, as November’s reduced social activity appears to have had a measurable impact on violent crime rates. While the overall crime rate remains well below national averages, the small but notable increases in drug-related incidents and burglary suggest that vigilance is still required, particularly as these categories may indicate emerging challenges that could grow in the coming months.

November 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with drugs and burglary both rising by 100% compared to the previous month — from zero to one incident each. This increase, though small in absolute terms, suggests emerging local issues that may warrant further attention. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences dropped sharply by 53.3%, from 15 to 7 incidents, a reduction that aligns with seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and reduced social activity. The category breakdown reveals that Oakley’s violence and sexual offences rate (1.2 per 1,000) is 53% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), a gap that may reflect the area’s smaller population and lower density of nightlife venues. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 50%, from 2 to 3 incidents. These changes illustrate a dynamic crime profile where month-to-month fluctuations can be influenced by both local conditions and broader seasonal trends. For residents, the sharp decline in violent crime offers reassurance, particularly as November’s shorter evenings and reduced social interactions likely contributed to the drop. However, the rise in drug-related incidents, while minimal, could signal new challenges in community engagement or law enforcement priorities. The overall balance between property and violent crime remains skewed toward low levels, with property crimes accounting for just 31.6% of all incidents compared to 36.8% for violent crimes, a shift that may reflect changing patterns in local criminal activity.

Oakley's crime rate in November 2025 fell 32.0% compared to the previous month, reflecting a continued downward trend. With 19 crimes reported over 30 days, the area experienced roughly one crime per day — a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Monthly exposure calculations show that over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 299 residents, highlighting the area’s safety relative to its population size. This rate is particularly notable when compared to the UK average, though the comparison section avoids direct UK benchmarking for daily figures. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the idea that Oakley’s crime profile is markedly lower than national trends, with the 5676 residents experiencing far fewer incidents than the UK average. This consistency in low crime levels, even amid seasonal fluctuations like Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, suggests a resilient local environment with effective community policing or other unmeasured factors contributing to sustained safety. The area’s built-up nature, with a mix of residential and commercial zones, may also contribute to lower crime rates compared to more dispersed rural areas, where isolation can sometimes correlate with higher crime rates. However, the absence of significant spikes in property crimes or violent incidents during November indicates that Oakley’s safety measures, whether formal or informal, are likely functioning effectively despite seasonal pressures.