Thatcham vs Wokingham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Thatcham

RG19 · West Berkshire

73

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Shoplifting11
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Wokingham

RG41 · Wokingham

62

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences29
  • Shoplifting8
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Wokingham has less crime — 62 vs 73 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Thatcham saw somewhat more crime than Wokingham in February 2026 (73 vs 62 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Thatcham or Wokingham safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Wokingham recorded fewer crimes than Thatcham — 62 vs 73 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Wokingham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Thatcham and Wokingham?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Thatcham recorded 39 incidents of this type vs 29 in Wokingham. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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