Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RG18 · West Berkshire
4
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
RG20 · West Berkshire
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Bucklebury has less crime — 4 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.
Newbury recorded substantially more crime than Bucklebury in April 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 4, a 42.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bucklebury sees higher rates of Public order (1), while Newbury has more Anti-social behaviour (23) and Criminal damage & arson (21). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bucklebury recorded fewer crimes than Newbury — 4 vs 168 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 168).