Crowthorne Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Crowthorne’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 4.3 per 1,000, 36.8% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, marking it as one of the safest areas in the country. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.9% of all reported incidents — a category that remained 28% below the UK average. This stark contrast to the national trend may be influenced by Crowthorne’s character as a built-up area within Bracknell Forest, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to lower violent crime rates. Seasonal factors also played a role: January’s post-holiday period and reduced retail footfall align with the 30% drop in shoplifting compared to the UK average. However, the most unexpected finding was the 150% surge in 'other theft' — a category that includes theft from vehicles and unattended property — which rose sharply from 2 to 5 incidents. This spike, unexplained by the data, highlights the need for further analysis of local patterns. Public order offences also stood out, with a 67% increase above the UK average, linked to Crowthorne’s proximity to major roads or transient populations. The overall crime profile reflects a balance between low violent crime and pockets of higher property-related incidents, a dynamic that may be shaped by the area’s suburban nature and seasonal rhythms.

The most striking shift in January 2026 was the 150% increase in 'other theft' — from 2 to 5 incidents — a category that includes theft from vehicles and unattended property. This rise, though not linked to a specific cause in the data, may reflect post-holiday activity or changes in local routines. Concurrently, burglary and 'other crime' both doubled from December, suggesting a potential seasonal or situational factor. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour each halved, possibly tied to reduced foot traffic during colder weather or post-holiday lulls. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type, remained 28% below the UK average at 1.8 per 1,000, a trend consistent with Crowthorne’s lower overall crime rate. For residents, the 50% drop in vehicle crime — from 2 to 1 incident — may indicate that fewer cars on the road during January’s shorter days contributed to this decline.

Crowthorne’s crime rate in January 2026 rose 14.6% from December’s 3.7 per 1,000 to 4.3 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 236 residents — a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in human terms. Daily, the area saw an average of two crimes reported, a rate that, while low, highlights the consistency of incidents in a relatively small population. This rate contrasts with the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, yet the local context of Crowthorne as a built-up area within Bracknell Forest suggests a different dynamic to larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the rise, the area remains significantly safer than the national average, with crime concentrated in specific categories rather than widespread. The daily figure, though modest, may resonate with residents who experience crime as a recurring but manageable presence in their community.