Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RG23 · Hampshire
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
RG5 · Wokingham
72
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Basingstoke has less crime — 31 vs 72 incidents in February 2026.
Woodley recorded notably higher crime than Basingstoke in February 2026 — 72 vs 31 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basingstoke sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5), while Woodley has more Vehicle crime (8). 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 Woodley — 31 vs 72 incidents. That is 57% 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 Anti-social behaviour while Woodley had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Basingstoke recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 72).