Crime Rate in Bassett: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bassett

The total recorded crimes in Bassett, Southampton, UK in February 2025 are around 76 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bassett crime rate of 2.29 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 Bassett, encompassing approximately 33,164 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (29) incidents (-23.68% decrease)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (-30.00% decrease)
Bassett Crime Hotspots

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

  • Linford Crescent with total crimes: 7
  • Vermont Close with total crimes: 6
  • Falaise Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Bassett?

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

  • Relative to Southampton:

    • In 2024, Bassett demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Southampton average, with 1154 crimes compared to 3162.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bassett recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 15 other cities.

    • In 2023, Bassett had fewer crimes than the Southampton average, with 1,031 crimes compared to 2,883. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bassett recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Southampton, Bassett has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bassett Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Bassett has recorded 76 crimes with crime rate of 2.29 ranking 16th out of 15 in the Southampton, UK

In 2024, the total Bassett crimes were 1,154. The crime rate of Bassett in 2024 was 34.80 (year) or 2.90 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Southampton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bassett were around 1,031 crimes with yearly crime rate of 31.09 (year) or 2.59 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Southampton.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Southampton)CrimesRank (Southampton)CrimesRank (Southampton)
Bargate918 111,767 18,640 1
Bevois686 28,615 28,535 2
Millbrook248 33,761 33,309 3
Redbridge231 43,422 43,276 4
Freemantle218 52,991 52,972 5
Shirley199 72,785 62,848 6
Swaythling209 62,191 81,924 9
Peartree180 82,360 72,383 7
Bitterne176 92,183 92,354 8
Portswood109 112,174 101,833 10
Woolston131 101,901 111,700 11
Harefield80 141,484 121,548 12
Coxford106 121,398 131,313 13
Bitterne Park91 131,172 151,185 15
Sholing77 151,229 141,277 14

Bassett Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (15 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (39 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (38 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (39 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (13 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 444 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 37.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202529
January 202538
December 202434
November 202434
October 202428
September 202443
August 202439
July 202436
June 202466
May 202439
April 202428
March 202430

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 50 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20256
January 20252
December 20244
November 20247
October 20242
September 20247
August 20244
July 20244
June 20246
May 20245
April 20241
March 20242

A total of 110 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20257
January 202510
December 20248
November 20248
October 20244
September 20248
August 20248
July 202410
June 202430
May 20248
April 20244
March 20245

A total of 85 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20257
January 20251
December 202411
November 20242
October 20248
September 202413
August 20243
July 20247
June 202412
May 20243
April 20249
March 20249

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20253
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 69 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20256
January 20255
December 20242
November 202410
October 20246
September 20245
August 20244
July 20246
June 20246
May 202410
April 20247
March 20242

A total of 91 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20258
January 20257
December 20247
November 20242
October 20245
September 20248
August 20249
July 20247
June 202422
May 20243
April 20243
March 202410

A total of 66 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20246
October 20245
September 20242
August 20249
July 20249
June 20248
May 20248
April 20247
March 20243

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 158 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20255
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 202413
September 202415
August 202418
July 202422
June 202438
May 202418
April 202413
March 20246

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20254
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
July 20242
April 20241

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 29 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.62 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20244
October 20249
September 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242
April 20243
March 20244

High Crime Locations Bassett in February 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bassett postcode area is presented below.

1. Linford Crescent (Map)
Total7
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Vermont Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other crime1
3. Falaise Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Other theft1
4. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Honeysuckle Road (Map)
Total4
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Lilac Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Chetwynd Drive (Map)
Total3
Burglary3
9. Holly Place (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
10. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3

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