Basingstoke vs Fleet — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Basingstoke

RG21 · Hampshire

373

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences148
  • Anti-social behaviour49
  • Criminal damage & arson35

Fleet

GU51 · Hampshire

103

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences38
  • Other theft14
  • Anti-social behaviour14

Fleet has less crime — 103 vs 373 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Basingstoke recorded substantially more crime than Fleet in April 2026 — 373 incidents compared to 103, a 3.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basingstoke sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (35), while Fleet has more Other theft (14). Basingstoke sits above the national average for recorded crime while Fleet is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Basingstoke or Fleet safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Fleet recorded fewer crimes than Basingstoke — 103 vs 373 incidents. That is 72% fewer crimes. Fleet is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Basingstoke and Fleet?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Basingstoke saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Fleet had more Other theft. Overall, Fleet recorded fewer total crimes (103 vs 373).

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