Earley vs Whitchurch — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Earley

RG6 · Wokingham

121

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences51
  • Vehicle crime12
  • Other theft9

Whitchurch

RG28 · Hampshire

19

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Public order3
  • Other theft2

Whitchurch has less crime — 19 vs 121 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Earley recorded substantially more crime than Whitchurch in April 2026 — 121 incidents compared to 19, a 6.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Earley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (12), while Whitchurch has more Public order (3). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Earley or Whitchurch safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Whitchurch recorded fewer crimes than Earley — 19 vs 121 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Whitchurch is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Earley and Whitchurch?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Earley saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Whitchurch had more Public order. Overall, Whitchurch recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 121).

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