Basingstoke vs Basingstoke — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Basingstoke

RG22 · Hampshire

162

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences71
  • Anti-social behaviour28
  • Criminal damage & arson19

Basingstoke

RG23 · Hampshire

35

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Burglary5
  • Public order5

Basingstoke has less crime — 35 vs 162 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Basingstoke recorded substantially more crime than Basingstoke in April 2026 — 162 incidents compared to 35, a 4.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basingstoke sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (28) and Criminal damage & arson (19), while Basingstoke has more Burglary (5) and Public order (5). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Basingstoke or Basingstoke safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Basingstoke recorded fewer crimes than Basingstoke — 35 vs 162 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Basingstoke is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Basingstoke saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Basingstoke had more Burglary and Public order. Overall, Basingstoke recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 162).

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