Crime in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane: statistics, rates and trends
1,137 crimes were recorded in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane in the 12 months to August 2026, 101.1 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and down 12% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane at a glance
- Crime trends in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane
- Types of crime in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane
- Norden, Basingstoke and Deane compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane
- What happened after crimes were reported in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane
- Demographics of Norden, Basingstoke and Deane
- Questions about crime in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (506), anti-social behaviour (168) and criminal damage and arson (107) made up 69% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 1,207th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the upper half.
| Measure | Norden, Basingstoke and Deane | Basingstoke and Deane | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 1,137 | 13,530 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 101.1 | 70.1 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -12% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 11,247 | 193,110 | 58,127,638 |
The year to August 2026 had the least recorded crime in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane of any year here (1,137 crimes). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it fell 7%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 1,137 | 101.1 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 1,286 | 114.3 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 1,140 | 101.4 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 1,273 | 113.2 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 1,297 | 115.3 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 1,205 | 107.1 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 1,284 | 114.2 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 1,167 | 103.8 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 1,225 | 108.9 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 103 |
| July 2026 | 105 |
| June 2026 | 96 |
| May 2026 | 102 |
| April 2026 | 93 |
| March 2026 | 104 |
| February 2026 | 96 |
| January 2026 | 94 |
| December 2025 | 63 |
| November 2025 | 83 |
| October 2025 | 90 |
| September 2025 | 108 |
Compared with England and Wales, Norden, Basingstoke and Deane recorded notably more criminal damage and arson (41% above the national rate), public order (36% above the national rate) and violence and sexual offences (31% above the national rate), and notably less shoplifting (76% below) and vehicle crime (32% below). On the year before, anti-social behaviour rose from 117 to 168 and other theft rose from 58 to 77, while burglary fell from 49 to 28 and violence and sexual offences fell from 665 to 506.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 506 | 45.0 | 34.2 | -24% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 168 | 14.9 | 15.4 | +44% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 107 | 9.5 | 6.7 | +2% |
| Public order | 102 | 9.1 | 6.7 | +3% |
| Other theft | 77 | 6.8 | 6.4 | +33% |
| Vehicle crime | 38 | 3.4 | 5.0 | -21% |
| Drugs | 31 | 2.8 | 3.3 | -14% |
| Burglary | 28 | 2.5 | 3.6 | -43% |
| Shoplifting | 23 | 2.0 | 8.5 | -18% |
| Other crime | 17 | 1.5 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 17 | 1.5 | 1.0 | n/a |
| Robbery | 11 | 1.0 | 1.4 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 9 | 0.8 | 1.7 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.8 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
3 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Norden, Basingstoke and Deane; the highest is Brookvale & Kings Furlong (157.7 per 1,000) and the lowest Basing & Upton Grey (35.1).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Norden, Basingstoke and Deane |
|---|---|---|---|
| Popley | 1,180 | 87.5 | -13% |
| Brookvale & Kings Furlong | 1,720 | 157.7 | +56% |
| Eastrop & Grove | 1,627 | 156.9 | +55% |
| Sherborne St John & Rooksdown | 1,018 | 76.4 | -24% |
| Winklebury & Manydown | 506 | 70.8 | -30% |
| South Ham | 1,188 | 109.0 | +8% |
| Chineham | 473 | 45.2 | -55% |
| Basing & Upton Grey | 352 | 35.1 | -65% |
The 10 locations below account for 30% of the crime recorded in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Basingstoke” (46).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Basingstoke | 46 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 40 |
| On or near Spindle Close | 39 |
| On or near Knights Park Road | 34 |
| On or near Len Smart Court | 34 |
| On or near Osborne Close | 32 |
| On or near John Liddell Way | 31 |
| On or near Parking Area | 30 |
| On or near Lancaster Road | 28 |
| On or near Oakridge Road | 28 |
Of the 969 crimes in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane with a recorded outcome, 33% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 2.2% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 168 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 431 | 44.5% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 319 | 32.9% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 86 | 8.9% | 11.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 44 | 4.5% | 4.7% |
| Local resolution | 24 | 2.5% | 3.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 21 | 2.2% | 5.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 20 | 2.1% | 1.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 8 | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 7 | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 4 | 0.4% | 2.5% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.2% | 0.3% |
Norden, Basingstoke and Deane has an estimated population of 11,247 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has more social housing (35%, against 17%), fewer students (4.9%, against 7.9%) and fewer retired residents (15%, against 22%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Norden, Basingstoke and Deane average decile 5.2 (1 = most deprived), close to the middle.
| Measure | Norden, Basingstoke and Deane | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.6% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.2% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 66.3% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 3.9% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 14.5% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 4.9% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 30.4% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 18.0% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 25.3% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 49.7% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 34.6% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 15.7% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.2 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Norden, Basingstoke and Deane a safe place to live?
Norden, Basingstoke and Deane recorded 101.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, close to the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 1,207th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest). The categories most above the national rate were criminal damage and arson and public order.
What is the most common crime in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 506 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (168).
Is crime in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane going up or down?
Recorded crime in Norden, Basingstoke and Deane was down 12% on the year before: 1,137 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 1,286 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Norden, Basingstoke and Deane?
About 11,247 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 13% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Norden, Basingstoke and Deane?
Norden, Basingstoke and Deane is policed by Hampshire.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.