Reading vs Twyford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Reading

RG1 · Reading

727

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences218
  • Shoplifting163
  • Public order64

Twyford

RG10 · Wokingham

42

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting16
  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Anti-social behaviour6

Twyford has less crime — 42 vs 727 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Reading recorded substantially more crime than Twyford in February 2026 — 727 incidents compared to 42, a 17.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Reading sees higher rates of Public order (64), while Twyford has more Anti-social behaviour (6). Reading sits above the national average for recorded crime while Twyford is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Reading or Twyford safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Twyford recorded fewer crimes than Reading — 42 vs 727 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Twyford is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Reading saw higher rates of Public order while Twyford had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Twyford recorded fewer total crimes (42 vs 727).

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