Basingstoke vs Hungerford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Basingstoke

RG23 · Hampshire

31

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Other theft5
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Hungerford

RG17 · West Berkshire

3

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Other theft1

Hungerford has less crime — 3 vs 31 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Basingstoke recorded substantially more crime than Hungerford in February 2026 — 31 incidents compared to 3, a 10.3x 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 Hungerford safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Hungerford recorded fewer crimes than Basingstoke — 3 vs 31 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Hungerford is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Basingstoke recorded 9 incidents of this type vs 2 in Hungerford. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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