Crime Rate in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke

The total recorded crimes in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke, Basingstoke and Deane, UK in March 2025 are around 35 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke crime rate of 8.01 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke, encompassing approximately 4,368 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (7.69% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Lordsfield Gardens with total crimes: 3
  • Warwick Close with total crimes: 3
  • The Green with total crimes: 2

How safe is Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke?

To understand the safety of Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke, we need to analyze Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Basingstoke and Deane:

    • In 2024, Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Basingstoke and Deane average, with 649 crimes compared to 828.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke had fewer crimes than the Basingstoke and Deane average, with 488 crimes compared to 761. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Basingstoke and Deane, Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke has recorded 35 crimes with crime rate of 8.01 ranking 14th out of 17 in the Basingstoke and Deane, UK

In 2024, the total Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke crimes were 649. The crime rate of Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke in 2024 was 148.56 (year) or 12.38 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Basingstoke and Deane.

In 2023, the total crimes in Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke were around 488 crimes with yearly crime rate of 111.70 (year) or 9.31 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Basingstoke and Deane.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Basingstoke and Deane)CrimesRank (Basingstoke and Deane)CrimesRank (Basingstoke and Deane)
Brookvale & Kings Furlong153 11,857 11,920 1
Eastrop & Grove127 21,486 21,507 2
South Ham115 31,349 31,251 3
Norden108 41,290 51,058 4
Popley93 51,307 41,013 5
Tadley North, Kingsclere & Baughurst62 71,000 7921 6
Sherborne St John & Rooksdown81 61,084 6874 7
Brighton Hill58 8794 8769 8
Oakley & The Candovers47 9534 12576 9
Kempshott & Buckskin38 12540 11568 10
Chineham36 13552 10463 13
Tadley & Pamber44 10391 16347 17
Winklebury & Manydown42 11503 13508 11
Evingar27 18471 14390 14
Basing & Upton Grey34 16368 17379 15
Hatch Warren & Beggarwood34 15394 15301 18
Bramley29 17338 18365 16

Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 100 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20256
December 20241
November 20246
October 20243
September 20247
August 20245
July 202419
June 202426
May 202410
April 202411

A total of 239 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.92 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202513
January 202516
December 202415
November 202427
October 202415
September 202422
August 202419
July 202417
June 202432
May 202434
April 202415

A total of 87 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20256
January 20254
December 20242
November 202410
October 202413
September 20248
August 20243
July 20247
June 202410
May 20249
April 20246

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 40 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20244
November 20245
October 20245
September 20242
August 20245
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 39 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20246
August 20245
July 20242
June 20246
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20244
August 20241
July 20241
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 52 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20257
December 20241
November 20246
October 20245
September 20245
August 20243
July 20246
June 20248
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 19 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20244
September 20244
August 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke postcode area is presented below.

1. Lordsfield Gardens (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Warwick Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. The Green (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Shuttle Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. The Knowlings (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. London Street (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
8. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Foxdown (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Court Drove (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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