Dummer vs Reading — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dummer

RG25 · Hampshire

28

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Shoplifting5
  • Burglary3

Reading

RG2 · Reading

172

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences70
  • Shoplifting23
  • Other theft19

Dummer has less crime — 28 vs 172 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Reading recorded substantially more crime than Dummer in April 2026 — 172 incidents compared to 28, a 6.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dummer sees higher rates of Burglary (3), while Reading has more Other theft (19). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dummer or Reading safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Dummer recorded fewer crimes than Reading — 28 vs 172 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Dummer is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Dummer and Reading?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dummer saw higher rates of Burglary while Reading had more Other theft. Overall, Dummer recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 172).

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