Basingstoke vs Odiham — 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

Odiham

RG29 · Hampshire

9

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Shoplifting2
  • Burglary1

Odiham has less crime — 9 vs 35 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Basingstoke recorded substantially more crime than Odiham in April 2026 — 35 incidents compared to 9, a 3.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basingstoke sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Odiham has more Shoplifting (2). 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 Odiham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Odiham recorded fewer crimes than Basingstoke — 9 vs 35 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Odiham is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Basingstoke saw higher rates of Public order while Odiham had more Shoplifting. Overall, Odiham recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 35).

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