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

RG30 · Reading

354

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences152
  • Anti-social behaviour44
  • Criminal damage & arson32

Dummer has less crime — 28 vs 354 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Reading recorded substantially more crime than Dummer in April 2026 — 354 incidents compared to 28, a 12.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dummer sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5) and Burglary (3), while Reading has more Anti-social behaviour (44) and Criminal damage & arson (32). Dummer is below the national average while Reading is above, making Dummer the safer choice on this measure.

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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 354 incidents. That is 92% 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 Shoplifting and Burglary while Reading had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dummer recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 354).

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