Crime in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane): statistics, rates and trends
227 crimes were recorded in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) in the 12 months to July 2026, 43.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) at a glance
- Crime trends in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
- Types of crime in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
- Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) compared with nearby towns
- Streets with the most crime in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
- What happened after crimes were reported in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
- Population and deprivation in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
- Questions about crime in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
- About this data
227 crimes were recorded in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) in the 12 months to July 2026, 43.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 123 reports (54% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) has the 1,261st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) | Basingstoke and Deane | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 227 | 13,432 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 43.0 | 69.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -8% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 5,277 | 193,110 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) was highest in the year to July 2022 (330 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (227). Over the whole period it fell 25%, 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 | 227 | 43.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 247 | 46.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 262 | 49.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 242 | 45.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 330 | 62.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 276 | 52.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 291 | 55.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 244 | 46.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 301 | 57.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 21 |
| June 2026 | 24 |
| May 2026 | 28 |
| April 2026 | 22 |
| March 2026 | 15 |
| February 2026 | 23 |
| January 2026 | 17 |
| December 2025 | 17 |
| November 2025 | 12 |
| October 2025 | 10 |
| September 2025 | 21 |
| August 2025 | 17 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) 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 violence and sexual offences (+34%).
The largest falls were in other theft (-71%) and criminal damage and arson (-35%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 123 | 23.3 | 0.68 | +34% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 23 | 4.4 | 0.28 | -30% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 22 | 4.2 | 0.61 | -35% |
| Burglary | 14 | 2.7 | 0.75 | +56% |
| Public order | 14 | 2.7 | 0.40 | +0% |
| Shoplifting | 11 | 2.1 | 0.25 | +38% |
| Other theft | 7 | 1.3 | 0.21 | -71% |
| Other crime | 4 | 0.8 | 0.36 | -60% |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 0.8 | 0.15 | -73% |
| Drugs | 3 | 0.6 | 0.17 | +0% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.2 | 0.14 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.2 | 0.11 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 123 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (23.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 34% on the year before. It made up 54.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 10.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 35% on the year before. It made up 9.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 56% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 71% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 60% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 73% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 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.
Robbery in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 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 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Overton (Basingstoke and Deane), for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Overton (Basingstoke and Deane).
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) | 251 | 40.2 | -7% |
| Oakley (Basingstoke and Deane) | 209 | 36.0 | -16% |
| Basingstoke | 10,495 | 86.8 | +102% |
| Tadley | 590 | 40.9 | -5% |
| Andover | 3,760 | 77.5 | +80% |
| Kings Worthy | 192 | 36.5 | -15% |
| Newbury | 3,836 | 92.9 | +116% |
| Thatcham | 1,695 | 66.4 | +54% |
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 Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 15 |
| On or near Supermarket | 15 |
| On or near Watch Lane | 15 |
| On or near Waltham Lane | 14 |
| On or near Hilltop Road | 13 |
| On or near Observer Point Road | 11 |
| On or near Poultons Close | 11 |
| On or near Boathouse Meadow | 10 |
| On or near Two Gate Lane | 9 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 8 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) 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 | 95 | 41.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 54 | 23.8% |
| Not recorded | 23 | 10.1% |
| Under investigation | 20 | 8.8% |
| Local resolution | 16 | 7.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 7 | 3.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 7 | 3.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 1.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 1 | 0.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.4% |
Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) has an estimated population of 5,277. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) sits in decile 8.7, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 56.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 69.8% |
| Social rented homes | 17.7% |
| Private rented homes | 12.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.7 |
Is Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) a safe place to live?
Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) recorded 43.0 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 Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 123 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (23).
Is crime in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) going up or down?
Recorded crime in Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) was down 8% on the year before: 227 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 247 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Overton (Basingstoke and Deane)?
Overton (Basingstoke and Deane) 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 Overton (Basingstoke and Deane). Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.