Basingstoke vs Fleet — 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

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 162 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Basingstoke recorded notably higher crime than Fleet in April 2026 — 162 vs 103 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basingstoke sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (19), while Fleet has more Other theft (14). 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 Fleet safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Fleet recorded fewer crimes than Basingstoke — 103 vs 162 incidents. That is 36% 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 162).

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