Basingstoke vs Bucklebury — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Basingstoke

RG23 · Hampshire

35

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Burglary5
  • Public order5

Bucklebury

RG18 · West Berkshire

4

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Public order1

Bucklebury has less crime — 4 vs 35 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Basingstoke recorded substantially more crime than Bucklebury in April 2026 — 35 incidents compared to 4, a 8.8x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Basingstoke or Bucklebury safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Bucklebury recorded fewer crimes than Basingstoke — 4 vs 35 incidents. That is 89% 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 April 2026, Basingstoke recorded 14 incidents of this type vs 3 in Bucklebury. Overall, Bucklebury had fewer total crimes (4 vs 35).

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