Basingstoke vs Bucklebury — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Basingstoke

RG22 · Hampshire

151

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences63
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Burglary12

Bucklebury

RG18 · West Berkshire

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

Bucklebury has less crime — 1 vs 151 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Basingstoke recorded substantially more crime than Bucklebury in February 2026 — 151 incidents compared to 1, a 151.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Basingstoke records significantly more (63 vs 1 incidents). 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 Bucklebury safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bucklebury recorded fewer crimes than Basingstoke — 1 vs 151 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Bucklebury is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Basingstoke recorded 63 incidents of this type vs 1 in Bucklebury. Overall, Bucklebury had fewer total crimes (1 vs 151).

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