Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RG18 · West Berkshire
4
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
RG14 · West Berkshire
250
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Bucklebury has less crime — 4 vs 250 incidents in April 2026.
Newbury recorded substantially more crime than Bucklebury in April 2026 — 250 incidents compared to 4, a 62.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bucklebury sees higher rates of Public order (1), while Newbury has more Anti-social behaviour (43) and Criminal damage & arson (30). Bucklebury is below the national average while Newbury is above, making Bucklebury the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bucklebury recorded fewer crimes than Newbury — 4 vs 250 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Bucklebury is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bucklebury saw higher rates of Public order while Newbury had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bucklebury recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 250).