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Luke Murphy
Labour PartyLuke Murphy is the Labour MP for Basingstoke, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024.
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Represented by Lab since 2024. Covers Basingstoke and Oakley (Basingstoke and Deane). Population 100,432.
Middle-aged man exposes himself on Basingstoke Canal Path
Basingstoke Gazette · 9 Apr 2026
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£29,600
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£38,400
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
3,380
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
51
36 primary, 6 secondary, 9 other
Total Income Tax▼
£420m
from 67,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£3,130
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£6,240
per taxpayer / year
Source: HMRC Survey of Personal Incomes, tax year 2022-23. Allocated by taxpayer residence. Covers income tax only — excludes NI, VAT, and capital gains. Sample-based estimate (~8% confidence interval).
Attainment 8▼
42.8
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
61.7%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
1 city, 1 town — 107,982 total population
Source: ONS Built-Up Areas (Census 2021) + data.police.uk — crime rates are per 1,000 population (last 3 months)
Source: data.police.uk — street-level crime data aggregated from LSOA to constituency
10 councillors across 10 wards · Last elections: May 2024
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Hill | Liberal Democrats | Andy Konieczko | May 2024 |
| Brookvale Kings Furlong | Conservative and Unionist Party | Arun Mummalaneni | May 2024 |
| Chineham | Green Party of England and Wales | Jonathan Edward Jenkin | May 2024 |
| Eastrop Grove | Liberal Democrats | Ronald John Hussey | May 2024 |
| Hatch Warren Beggarwood | Women's Equality Party | Stacy Anne Hart | May 2024 |
| Kempshott Buckskin | Conservative and Unionist Party | Richard Court | May 2024 |
| Norden | Basingstoke & Deane Independents | Laura James | May 2024 |
| Popley | Labour Party | Sajish Tom | May 2024 |
| South Ham | Labour Party | Julie Catherine Harper | May 2024 |
| Winklebury Manydown | Labour Party | Zander West | May 2024 |
Source: DCLEAPIL v1.0 by Jason Leman, LEAP (Andrew Teale) & Democracy Club. CC BY-SA 4.0. Data last refreshed: 1 Apr 2026.
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lab | 20,922 | 42.7% | |
Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 14,438 | 29.5% |
| Ref | 6,314 | 12.9% | |
| Green | 3,568 | 7.3% | |
| LD | 3,176 | 6.5% | |
| Ind | 571 | 1.2% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2017 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 29,593 | 54.1% |
| Lab | 15,395 | 28.1% | |
| LD | 6,841 | 12.5% | |
| Green | 2,138 | 3.9% | |
| Ind | 746 | 1.4% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 29,510 | 52.7% |
| Lab | 20,044 | 35.8% | |
| LD | 3,406 | 6.1% | |
| Ind | 1,681 | 3.0% | |
| Green | 1,106 | 2.0% | |
| Ind | 213 | 0.4% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 25,769 | 48.5% |
| Lab | 14,706 | 27.7% | |
| Ind | 8,290 | 15.6% | |
| LD | 3,919 | 7.4% | |
| Ind | 392 | 0.7% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GE | Con | 25,590 | 50.5% |
| LD | 12,414 | 24.5% | |
| Lab | 10,327 | 20.4% | |
| Ind | 2,076 | 4.1% | |
| Ind | 247 | 0.5% |
Luke Murphy has not appeared in national political news coverage tracked by our system. This is common for backbench MPs who focus on constituency-level work rather than national policy debates.
9 articles hidden as not sufficiently relevant to this constituency
A man exposed himself on the Basingstoke Canal Path near Woking on March 5. Surrey Police are appealing for witnesses and CCTV footage to help identify the suspect.
Two members of Basingstoke Camera Club, Sabine Tillie-Davidson and Leena Roy, have won prestigious awards at the International Garden Photographer of the Year competition. Tillie-Davidson claimed first place in the Portfolio category for her Ikebana-inspired dahlia portraits, while Roy received a Highly Commended award for her mangrove photography.
Winchester Road in Basingstoke will be closed in both directions from April 8-13 for water utility repair and maintenance works by South East Water. The closure affects the stretch between Cordale Road and Penrith Road, with delays expected in the work zone.
The annual Free Miniature Steam Gala returns to Basingstoke's Viables Craft Centre on April 11-12, featuring miniature steam engines, rides, and family entertainment. This long-running community event has become a spring highlight for the constituency, attracting visitors from across the country.
A 22-year-old man from Reading was jailed for two years and eight months after stealing a Mercedes from Sarum Hill in Basingstoke on January 31 and crashing it into four parked vehicles on Diana Close. The case demonstrates local police action against vehicle crime and dangerous driving in the constituency.
A weekly arts and entertainment listings guide covering multiple venues across the region, including a world premiere play at The Watermill near Basingstoke, a Joe Hicks album launch in Newbury, and notably T'Pau performing at The Haymarket in Basingstoke on Saturday. The article provides entertainment options for local audiences across multiple venues in the constituency and surrounding areas.
Sebastian's Action Trust held a successful Easter event at The Bluebells in Basingstoke for families with children facing life-limiting conditions, featuring activities like Easter egg hunts, crafts, and entertainment. The event was supported by local businesses and volunteers, creating a joyful experience for families in the community.
A mentoring group from Brighton Hill Community School in Basingstoke is organizing a Mount Snowdon climb to raise £7,000 for Prostate Cancer UK. The GOAT Boys programme pairs teenage boys with community mentors to build confidence and support charitable causes, with this fundraiser chosen because a mentee's grandfather has been affected by prostate cancer.
Sue Compton, a hairdresser at Twiggy's Salon in Tadley, has been shortlisted for the Basingstoke Gazette's Hairdresser of the Year 2026 award. The article celebrates her 40-year career and her success in converting her garage into a thriving community business.
A teenage boy broke his back at Down Grange BMX track in Kempshott when an ambulance could not access the site due to a locked emergency gate, despite the council claiming the issue had been resolved weeks earlier following a similar incident. The failure to communicate access codes between the council and ambulance service resulted in emergency crews having to carry the injured child on a stretcher down an uneven path, potentially worsening his injuries.
Ashcombe House care home in Basingstoke hosted a surprise Easter Bunny visit organised by carer Lauren and her daughter, bringing Easter eggs and festive cheer to residents. The event was designed to boost morale and community spirit among the home's residents.
Only 23 of 603 burglaries reported in Basingstoke in 2025 were solved, representing a 3.8% solve rate. The data reveals stark disparities, with residential burglaries having a 2.7% solve rate while business burglaries achieved 5.9%, prompting police to commit to increased investment and improved investigative practices.
Festival Place shopping centre in Basingstoke has experienced significant revival under new management by Estama, with 21 empty units now occupied by major retailers and restaurants, service charges reduced by 20%, and a committed investment programme addressing long-standing maintenance issues. The centre, which was in receivership, has seen leasing activity surge with 17% of total space newly let or renewed, signalling renewed confidence in the local retail economy.
Two women in their 30s suffered serious, potentially life-changing injuries in a collision between a silver Citroen C3 and black Range Rover on the A339 near Ibworth, close to Basingstoke, on April 7. Hampshire Constabulary is appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage to help investigate the incident.
Overton Music Festival is returning June 12-14 with live music, food, crafts, and family activities centred around Overton Community Centre in the Basingstoke area. The festival features local and regional talent including the Basingstoke Silver Band, and proceeds support the Overton Community Association and maintenance of the listed community centre.
GAME, the video game retailer, is closing its final three physical stores in April after years of decline, though its Basingstoke headquarters closed last year. The chain will continue through concession stands at other retailers as the gaming industry shifts toward digital distribution.
GAME, the iconic 90s video game retailer, is closing its final three UK high street stores in April, with only online and concession operations remaining. The company's Basingstoke headquarters closed last year as part of a broader scaling down of physical retail operations.
A 47-year-old man from Andover has been charged with wounding with intent and possession of an offensive weapon following an assault on two teenage boys with a broken bottle on London Road. The case will be heard at Basingstoke Magistrates Court, directly involving the local justice system.
A 41-year-old man from Ash Vale, Aldershot, was sentenced at Basingstoke Magistrates' Court for carrying a knife, assaulting two police officers and a doctor, and theft. He received a 16-week suspended sentence with strict conditions including drug rehabilitation and court reviews, highlighting serious crime and violence against emergency workers in the local area.
Bannatyne Group, a UK health club operator, has announced record financial results and plans to expand padel court facilities across multiple locations, including Basingstoke where it recently acquired a leisure facility. The company is investing in new recreational infrastructure despite economic challenges from government policies.
A person died on railway tracks between Andover and Basingstoke on April 6, causing significant disruption to train services across the region. All lines were blocked for over three hours, with cancellations and delays affecting services from London, Bournemouth, Weymouth, Southampton and Salisbury.
Basingstoke Bluefins swimming club has achieved significant growth, finishing second at the 2026 Hampshire Championships with 92 competitors and claiming 42 county titles. The club now supports over 400 members across competitive and inclusive pathways, and club leadership expresses optimism about future expansion with a planned new pool in Basingstoke.
An 11-year-old boy has gone missing in the Winklebury area of Basingstoke. Hampshire Constabulary is appealing to the public for information about his whereabouts and welfare.
A railway emergency incident between Andover and Basingstoke caused disruption to train services on the Weymouth to London Waterloo line, with all lines closed while emergency services responded. Lines reopened at 4:45pm but delays and cancellations were expected to continue until around 8pm.
BBC cricket broadcaster Jonathan Agnew is performing an evening show at The Haymarket in Basingstoke on May 7, where he will share stories from his broadcasting career and major cricket events. The event offers cricket fans a chance to see the renowned correspondent live.
A doctor from Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital has warned of severe pressure on the emergency department during junior doctors' strikes scheduled for April 7-13, urging the public to use alternative care providers like GPs and NHS 111. The hospital trust is implementing a new triage system to manage demand more efficiently during the industrial action.
Two criminal cases heard at Basingstoke Magistrates' Court involved a drug driver from Ilford given a suspended sentence and a soldier stationed near Andover fined for drink-driving at more than double the legal limit. Both cases illustrate law enforcement activity in the local area affecting road safety.
The Forge in Basingstoke will host a series of live music performances in May, featuring international artists including Irish rock band The 4 of Us, Americana singer Sara Petite, and Malian musicians Bassekou Kouyate and Amy Sacko. The venue is promoting a diverse cultural programme spanning rock, folk, Americana, and West African music genres.
Basingstoke Town FC, a community-run football club founded in 1896, is seeking three new commercial sponsors ahead of its 130th anniversary in 2026/27. The sponsorship packages will feature on match kits, retail merchandise, and a special limited-edition anniversary shirt, with the club emphasizing sustainability credentials and community reinvestment as key selling points.
A roundup of cases from Basingstoke Magistrates' Court involving multiple driving offences, including a man caught drink-driving twice within a fortnight on Eastrop Lane and Churchill Way West, a drug-driver on the M3 near Fleet, and local residents charged with dangerous driving and insurance violations.
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