Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RG7 · West Berkshire
46
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
RG28 · Hampshire
11
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Whitchurch has less crime — 11 vs 46 incidents in February 2026.
Sulhamstead recorded substantially more crime than Whitchurch in February 2026 — 46 incidents compared to 11, a 4.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sulhamstead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (14) and Criminal damage & arson (9), while Whitchurch has more Burglary (2) and Anti-social behaviour (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Whitchurch recorded fewer crimes than Sulhamstead — 11 vs 46 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Whitchurch is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sulhamstead saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Whitchurch had more Burglary and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Whitchurch recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 46).