Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RG7 · West Berkshire
38
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
RG28 · Hampshire
19
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Whitchurch has less crime — 19 vs 38 incidents in April 2026.
Sulhamstead recorded notably higher crime than Whitchurch in April 2026 — 38 vs 19 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sulhamstead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11) and Anti-social behaviour (6), while Whitchurch has more Public order (3) and Other theft (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Whitchurch recorded fewer crimes than Sulhamstead — 19 vs 38 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Whitchurch is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Sulhamstead saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Whitchurch had more Public order and Other theft. Overall, Whitchurch recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 38).