Crime in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke: statistics, rates and trends
478 crimes were recorded in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke in the 12 months to July 2026, 41.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke at a glance
- Crime trends in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
- Types of crime in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
- Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
- What happened after crimes were reported in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
- Population and deprivation in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
- Questions about crime in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
- About this data
478 crimes were recorded in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke in the 12 months to July 2026, 41.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 245 reports (51% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke has the 3,388th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke | Basingstoke and Deane | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 478 | 13,432 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 41.5 | 69.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 11,522 | 193,110 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke was highest in the year to July 2022 (670 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (454). Over the whole period it fell 4%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 478 | 41.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 514 | 44.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 537 | 46.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 496 | 43.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 670 | 58.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 522 | 45.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 487 | 42.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 454 | 39.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 498 | 43.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 65 |
| June 2026 | 52 |
| May 2026 | 46 |
| April 2026 | 46 |
| March 2026 | 37 |
| February 2026 | 34 |
| January 2026 | 41 |
| December 2025 | 30 |
| November 2025 | 34 |
| October 2025 | 21 |
| September 2025 | 45 |
| August 2025 | 27 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in burglary (+27%) and violence and sexual offences (+17%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-62%) and criminal damage and arson (-42%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 245 | 21.3 | 0.62 | +17% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 44 | 3.8 | 0.25 | -17% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 41 | 3.6 | 0.52 | -42% |
| Public order | 30 | 2.6 | 0.39 | -14% |
| Burglary | 28 | 2.4 | 0.69 | +27% |
| Other theft | 26 | 2.3 | 0.35 | -32% |
| Shoplifting | 18 | 1.6 | 0.19 | +29% |
| Other crime | 16 | 1.4 | 0.66 | +0% |
| Vehicle crime | 15 | 1.3 | 0.26 | -62% |
| Drugs | 6 | 0.5 | 0.16 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.4 | 0.45 | +0% |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.3 | 0.19 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.05 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 245 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 51.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 9.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 8.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 62% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakley & The Candovers | 565 | 52.5 | +26% |
| Kempshott & Buckskin | 456 | 42.8 | +3% |
| Evingar | 341 | 37.0 | -11% |
| Hatch Warren & Beggarwood | 498 | 50.0 | +21% |
| Winklebury & Manydown | 503 | 70.4 | +70% |
| South Ham | 1,182 | 108.5 | +161% |
| Brighton Hill | 605 | 56.5 | +36% |
| Tadley North, Kingsclere & Baughurst | 551 | 48.8 | +18% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 30 |
| On or near Parking Area | 23 |
| On or near The Rookery | 23 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 18 |
| On or near London Road | 16 |
| On or near Watch Lane | 15 |
| On or near Waltham Lane | 14 |
| On or near Hilltop Road | 13 |
| On or near Bere Hill | 12 |
| On or near Observer Point Road | 11 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 186 | 38.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 136 | 28.5% |
| Under investigation | 54 | 11.3% |
| Not recorded | 44 | 9.2% |
| Local resolution | 17 | 3.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 10 | 2.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 9 | 1.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 9 | 1.9% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 1.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 0.6% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.4% |
Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke has an estimated population of 11,522. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke sits in decile 8.6, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 57.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 69.6% |
| Social rented homes | 17.2% |
| Private rented homes | 13.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.6 |
Is Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke a safe place to live?
Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded 41.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 245 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (44).
Is crime in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke going up or down?
Recorded crime in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke was down 7% on the year before: 478 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 514 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke?
Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke is policed by Hampshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.