Overton Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 marked a month of contrast in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane), with a crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents—55.8% below the UK average of 7.7. The area's profile is defined by a mix of violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 33.3% of all reported incidents. This category remains significantly lower than the UK average, which stands at 2.6 per 1,000 (58% below). Anti-social behaviour, though rising sharply in April, still lags behind the national average of 1.3 per 1,000. The spring season, with its Easter holidays and increased outdoor activity, may have influenced patterns, though the overall stability in the crime rate suggests no major disruptions. Public order offences, at 11.1% of total crimes, are also below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. The area's relatively low levels of criminal damage and arson, coupled with the 70% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average, indicate a community that, despite the spikes in certain categories, maintains a safer-than-average profile. This consistency, even amid seasonal changes, reflects the area's character as a low-density built-up zone within a commuter belt, where local policing and community engagement likely contribute to the controlled crime environment.

April 2025 saw a dramatic 200% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from one incident to three. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in both drugs-related offences and public order violations, indicates a notable shift in the crime mix. These increases may partly explain the 33.3% share of violent crimes, which remain 58% below the UK average. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 50% compared to March, reflecting a possible reduction in vandalism during the Easter period. The drop in violence and sexual offences by 14.3%—from seven to six cases—suggests a temporary decline in violent incidents, though the rate remains significantly lower than the UK average. Residents may find the 70% reduction in shoplifting, now at 0.2 per 1,000, particularly reassuring given the area's retail presence.

Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) maintained a stable crime rate in April 2025, with the monthly figure remaining unchanged from March at 3.4 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no significant shifts in overall criminal activity despite seasonal fluctuations. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the month, a figure that aligns with the area's low overall crime profile. When scaled to the population, this translates to one crime occurring for every 294 residents over the course of April, a statistic that underscores the relatively low risk environment for local residents. The population context further highlights how Overton's small size contributes to the manageable number of reported incidents, with crime rates remaining well below the UK average. This stability contrasts with the national picture, where the average rate is nearly double, reinforcing Overton's position as a safer-than-average area.