Reading vs Sandhurst — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Reading

RG31 · Reading

114

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences38
  • Shoplifting34
  • Anti-social behaviour14

Sandhurst

GU47 · Bracknell Forest

78

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences38
  • Anti-social behaviour10
  • Vehicle crime6

Sandhurst has less crime — 78 vs 114 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Reading saw somewhat more crime than Sandhurst in April 2026 (114 vs 78 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Reading sees higher rates of Shoplifting (34), while Sandhurst has more Vehicle crime (6). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Reading or Sandhurst safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Sandhurst recorded fewer crimes than Reading — 78 vs 114 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Sandhurst is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Reading saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Sandhurst had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Sandhurst recorded fewer total crimes (78 vs 114).

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