Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RG23 · Hampshire
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
RG20 · West Berkshire
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Basingstoke has less crime — 35 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.
Newbury recorded substantially more crime than Basingstoke in April 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 35, a 4.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basingstoke sees higher rates of Burglary (5) and Public order (5), while Newbury has more Anti-social behaviour (23) and Criminal damage & arson (21). 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 Newbury — 35 vs 168 incidents. That is 79% 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 Newbury had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Basingstoke recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 168).