Reading vs Twyford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Reading

RG4 · Reading

52

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour10
  • Other theft7

Twyford

RG10 · Wokingham

35

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Vehicle crime10
  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Shoplifting5

Twyford has less crime — 35 vs 52 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Reading saw somewhat more crime than Twyford in April 2026 (52 vs 35 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Reading sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (10) and Other theft (7), while Twyford has more Vehicle crime (10) and Shoplifting (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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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 52 incidents. That is 33% 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 Other theft while Twyford had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Twyford recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 52).

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