Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RG23 · Hampshire
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
RG6 · Wokingham
121
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Basingstoke has less crime — 35 vs 121 incidents in April 2026.
Earley recorded substantially more crime than Basingstoke in April 2026 — 121 incidents compared to 35, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basingstoke sees higher rates of Burglary (5) and Public order (5), while Earley has more Vehicle crime (12) and Other theft (9). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Basingstoke recorded fewer crimes than Earley — 35 vs 121 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Basingstoke is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Basingstoke saw higher rates of Burglary and Public order while Earley had more Vehicle crime and Other theft. Overall, Basingstoke recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 121).