WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Hampshire Constabulary Police

Crime in Bassett, Southampton

Comprehensive safety analysis for Bassett, localized within Southampton.

Total Crimes

87
trending_up +3.6% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

61.74per 1k
trending_down -0.7% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

14,561

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences27
Shoplifting21
Anti-social Behaviour10
Criminal Damage & Arson8
Public Order5
Other Theft4
Robbery4
Burglary3
Vehicle Crime2
Bicycle Theft1
Theft from Person1
Weapons Possession1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Petrol Station Map
Shoplifting: 20Robbery: 2
22
On or near Sports/Recreation Area Map
Anti-social behaviour: 4Theft from the person: 1
5
On or near Lilac Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Robbery: 1Bicycle theft: 1
5
On or near Falaise Close Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2Criminal damage and arson: 1
3
On or near Burgess Road Map
Criminal damage and arson: 2Anti-social behaviour: 1
3
On or near Ashwood Gardens Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2Vehicle crime: 1
3
On or near Burgess Gardens Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Linford Crescent Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Vermont Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near A35 Map
Shoplifting: 1Vehicle crime: 1
2

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Local Rank

#2safest in Southampton

City Average

122.43per 1k

Local Policing

Portswood, Swaythling, and Bassett

Hampshire Constabulary

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Local Priorities

Retail

Issued: 1 May 2026

Status Update

We will continue to focus on Business Crime and ASB affecting retailers and visitors to our City Centre and other urban areas.

Drugs

Issued: 1 May 2026

Status Update

We will continue to focus on Drugs Related Harm and ASB City Wide but with a focus on the harm and exploitation in St.Marys. This has in recent months escalated into serious violence.

Violence

Issued: 1 May 2026

Status Update

We will focus on youth related Violence, tension and ASB city wide. In the West of Southampton our focus will be on reducing serious violence and ongoing tension.

Engagement Events

JUL2

Portswood Police & Communities Together Meeting

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A Police and Communities Together (PACT) meeting is a quarterly community engagement event hosted by the local Neighbourhood Policing Team in collaboration with Southampton City Council. It provides a platform for residents to voice concerns, ask questions, and offer suggestions related to safety, security, and community welfare in their area. The meetings aim to foster a collaborative relationship between the police and the community, shaping local policing priorities based on residents' needs. Updates on previous community concerns and ongoing initiatives are also shared, promoting transparency. The meetings are open to all, with no registration required.

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6:30 PM — 8:00 PM

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Bethany Lounge at Highfield Church Centre, Highfield Lane

SEP7

Bassett Police & Communities Together Meeting

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A Police and Communities Together (PACT) meeting is a quarterly community engagement event hosted by the local Neighbourhood Policing Team in collaboration with Southampton City Council. It provides a platform for residents to voice concerns, ask questions, and offer suggestions related to safety, security, and community welfare in their area. The meetings aim to foster a collaborative relationship between the police and the community, shaping local policing priorities based on residents' needs. Updates on previous community concerns and ongoing initiatives are also shared, promoting transparency. The meetings are open to all, with no registration required.

schedule

6:30 PM — 8:00 PM

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St Michael and All Angels Church, Bassett Avenue

OCT6

Swaythling & Mansbridge Police & Communities Together Meeting

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A Police and Communities Together (PACT) meeting is a quarterly community engagement event hosted by the local Neighbourhood Policing Team in collaboration with Southampton City Council. It provides a platform for residents to voice concerns, ask questions, and offer suggestions related to safety, security, and community welfare in their area. The meetings aim to foster a collaborative relationship between the police and the community, shaping local policing priorities based on residents' needs. Updates on previous community concerns and ongoing initiatives are also shared, promoting transparency. The meetings are open to all, with no registration required.

schedule

6:30 PM — 8:00 PM

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Roundabout Café, Westfield Corner Wide Lane

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