Rural Basingstoke and Deane Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of nearly 20,000 residents, 79 crimes were recorded in Rural Basingstoke and Deane during November 2024, translating to a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 people. This figure is 47.4% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends. The area’s crime mix shows a distinct pattern, with violence and sexual offences (27 cases) making up 34.2% of all reported crimes, followed by other theft (11 cases) and criminal damage and arson (11 cases). This distribution aligns with the area’s character as a rural built-up zone, where community cohesion and limited nightlife may contribute to lower rates of violent crime compared to urban centres. Seasonal factors also appear to influence patterns: the month’s dark evenings and major events like Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping could have impacted retail-related thefts, though overall property crime remains below the UK average. The relatively low rate of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) may reflect fewer high-traffic areas or better street lighting in residential zones. While violent crime is 46% below the UK average, the area’s proximity to Basingstoke’s urban core may still expose it to occasional spillover incidents. The data illustrates a crime profile shaped by rural isolation, seasonal rhythms, and local infrastructure, with notable variations in specific offence categories.

November 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime trends for Rural Basingstoke and Deane. Other theft surged by 450% month-on-month, jumping from 2 to 11 cases, likely driven by Black Friday shopping activity. This category’s rate (0.6 per 1,000) is 9% above the UK average, suggesting local retail patterns may amplify such crimes during peak shopping periods. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 66.7%, from 9 to 3 cases, possibly linked to seasonal changes in community activity or increased enforcement during events like Bonfire Night. Vehicle crime also fell sharply by 64.3% (14 to 5 cases), though its rate (0.3 per 1,000) remains 32% below the UK average, consistent with lower traffic density in rural areas. Burglary rates (0.5 per 1,000) are 61% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), highlighting a vulnerability in property security despite the area’s generally low crime profile. This could reflect specific risk factors such as older housing stock or limited home security measures in some parts of the built-up area. Meanwhile, public order offences rose by 75%, from 4 to 7 cases, though their rate (0.4 per 1,000) remains 22% below the UK average, indicating a manageable level of disorder. These shifts illustrate how seasonal events and local demographics interact with crime patterns, offering residents and authorities key insights for targeted interventions.

In November 2024, Rural Basingstoke and Deane recorded a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a 15.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.7. This decline brings the area’s monthly crime exposure to 1 reported crime for every 253 residents, a figure that contextualises the impact of crime on individuals living in the area. On a daily basis, the 79 total crimes equate to roughly 3 crimes per day, a localised measure that reflects the area’s unique demographic and geographic characteristics. When compared to the UK average, the area’s overall crime rate remains significantly lower, but specific categories like burglary (61% above UK average) and other theft (9% above UK average) reveal targeted vulnerabilities. The drop in anti-social behaviour (66.7%) and vehicle crime (64.3%) suggests that local initiatives or seasonal factors may have contributed to the downward trend, though these gains must be balanced against the rise in other theft and public order offences. For residents, the 1-in-253 monthly exposure rate provides a tangible benchmark for understanding crime risk, while the daily figure helps contextualise the pace at which incidents occur. These comparisons underscore the area’s generally safer profile but also highlight areas requiring focused attention, such as burglary prevention and retail security measures during peak shopping periods.