Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RG23 · Hampshire
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
RG7 · West Berkshire
46
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Basingstoke has less crime — 31 vs 46 incidents in February 2026.
Sulhamstead saw somewhat more crime than Basingstoke in February 2026 (46 vs 31 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basingstoke sees higher rates of Other theft (5) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Sulhamstead has more Shoplifting (14) and Criminal damage & arson (9). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Basingstoke recorded fewer crimes than Sulhamstead — 31 vs 46 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Basingstoke is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Basingstoke saw higher rates of Other theft and Anti-social behaviour while Sulhamstead had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Basingstoke recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 46).