Tadley Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Tadley recorded a crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 66.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area's relatively low risk profile compared to the broader UK context. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.9% of all reported crimes, followed by public order (16.7%) and criminal damage and arson (13.9%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal incidents rather than property crimes, which made up only 27.8% of the total. Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns, with November's shorter evenings and events like Bonfire Night potentially contributing to public order issues. However, the low overall rate indicates that Tadley's residents face significantly lower exposure to crime than the national average. The data also shows that violent crime in Tadley is 61% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), a gap that may reflect the area's characteristics as a built-up suburb within Basingstoke and Deane. While the rate of violent crime remains a concern, its proportion of total incidents is tempered by the absence of more severe crimes such as burglary or vehicle crime, which are both 70-80% below UK levels. This suggests that local factors—such as community policing, residential density, or the nature of local amenities—may contribute to the area's crime profile. The seasonal context of November, with its mix of commercial activity (Black Friday) and traditional events (Bonfire Night), likely plays a role in shaping the month's specific patterns. However, the overall trend of low crime, combined with the absence of major spikes in property-related offences, points to a stable and relatively safe environment for residents.

November 2023 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with drugs-related incidents doubling from zero to one, and 'other crime' rising from zero to three. These increases, though small in absolute terms, highlight potential emerging trends requiring monitoring. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 80% (from five to one), likely reflecting reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. The violent crime category, contributing 38.9% of all incidents, remains 61% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), suggesting local factors such as community cohesion or policing strategies may play a role. Public order offences also rose by 50% (from four to six), possibly linked to seasonal events like Bonfire Night. Anti-social behaviour halved (from four to two), a change that may correlate with the quieter post-Christmas period, though November's Black Friday shopping could have influenced retail-related incidents. These fluctuations underscore the importance of situational awareness, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or during major events.

Tadley's crime rate in November 2023 (2.5 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 7.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 2.7 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a sustained period of relative safety compared to the surrounding area. On a daily basis, the local figure of one crime per day (36 total over 30 days) illustrates a manageable pace of incidents, particularly when contrasted with the UK average. Over the course of the month, the monthly exposure metric shows that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 398 residents, a statistic that contextualises risk in terms of population density. This figure is especially significant in a built-up area like Tadley, where proximity to urban centres might typically suggest higher exposure. However, the data consistently shows that Tadley's residents face far lower risks than the UK average, with violent crimes 61% below national levels. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that even with local fluctuations, the overall picture remains one of low crime relative to the broader UK context.