Reading vs Sulhamstead — 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

Sulhamstead

RG7 · West Berkshire

38

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting11
  • Violence & sexual offences11
  • Anti-social behaviour6

Sulhamstead has less crime — 38 vs 114 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Reading recorded substantially more crime than Sulhamstead in April 2026 — 114 incidents compared to 38, a 3.0x difference. 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 Sulhamstead safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Sulhamstead recorded fewer crimes than Reading — 38 vs 114 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Sulhamstead is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Reading's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (38 incidents) while Sulhamstead's was Shoplifting (11 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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