Reading vs Twyford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Reading

RG30 · Reading

354

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

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

Twyford

RG10 · Wokingham

35

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Vehicle crime10
  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Shoplifting5

Twyford has less crime — 35 vs 354 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Reading recorded substantially more crime than Twyford in April 2026 — 354 incidents compared to 35, a 10.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Reading sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (44) and Criminal damage & arson (32), while Twyford has more Vehicle crime (10) and Shoplifting (5). 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 April 2026 Police data, Twyford recorded fewer crimes than Reading — 35 vs 354 incidents. That is 90% 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 April 2026, Reading saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Twyford had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Twyford recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 354).

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