Basingstoke vs Pamber — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Basingstoke

RG23 · Hampshire

32

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

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

Pamber

RG26 · Hampshire

9

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Criminal damage & arson3
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Pamber has less crime — 9 vs 32 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Basingstoke recorded substantially more crime than Pamber in February 2026 — 32 incidents compared to 9, a 3.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basingstoke sees higher rates of Other theft (5), while Pamber has more Criminal damage & arson (3). 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 Pamber safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Pamber recorded fewer crimes than Basingstoke — 9 vs 32 incidents. That is 72% fewer crimes. Pamber is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Basingstoke saw higher rates of Other theft while Pamber had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Pamber recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 32).

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