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

RG4 · Reading

52

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour10
  • Other theft7

Dummer has less crime — 28 vs 52 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Reading recorded notably higher crime than Dummer in April 2026 — 52 vs 28 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dummer sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5) and Burglary (3), while Reading has more Anti-social behaviour (10) and Other theft (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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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 52 incidents. That is 46% 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 Other theft. Overall, Dummer recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 52).

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