Bracknell Forest Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 130,806, Bracknell Forest recorded 626 crimes in February 2026, translating to a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 25% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, marking one of the lowest rates in the country for this period. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.9% of all incidents (262 cases), followed by shoplifting (10.2%) and anti-social behaviour (9.9%). These trends align with the area's character as a largely suburban and commuter-oriented district, where high foot traffic in retail and residential zones may contribute to shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Seasonal factors also appear to influence patterns: February's typically low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may reduce opportunities for property crimes, though this may not fully explain the 14% gap in violence rates compared to the UK average. The rate of violent crimes in Bracknell Forest (2.0 per 1,000) is 14% below the UK average (2.3 per 1,000), suggesting effective community policing or demographic factors such as lower population density. However, the spike in bicycle theft (10 cases, 0.1 per 1,000) — a 150% increase above the UK average — indicates a potential vulnerability in local infrastructure or security measures for cyclists.

February 2026 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with bicycle theft increasing by 100% (5 to 10 cases) — a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.0 per 1,000. This rise may reflect increased cycling during colder months or gaps in local bike storage facilities. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped by 39.2% (51 to 31 cases), a decline that could be linked to reduced outdoor activity during winter or enhanced security measures in car parks. The breakdown also reveals that Bracknell Forest’s anti-social behaviour rate (0.5 per 1,000) is 45% below the UK average (0.9 per 1,000), a gap that may be attributed to the area’s suburban layout, which could foster stronger community oversight. Conversely, the 150% surge in bicycle theft compared to the UK average highlights a unique challenge for residents, as the area’s 0.1 per 1,000 rate for this category far exceeds the national benchmark. For context, 10 cases of bicycle theft in a single month equate to roughly one in every 1,300 residents, a figure that may prompt local authorities to reassess bike security initiatives. These shifts underscore the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with high cycling activity, while the overall crime rate remains well below national levels.

Bracknell Forest’s crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 in February 2026 reflects a 4.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.0 per 1,000, indicating a slight downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 22 crimes per day — a figure that, when contextualised against its population, equates to one reported crime for every 209 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which typically sees one crime for every 158 residents. The area’s population size of 130,806 means that even small absolute changes in crime numbers can have meaningful impacts on local perceptions of safety. For instance, the 10 cases of bicycle theft in February — though seemingly minor in absolute terms — represent a 150% increase above the UK average, underscoring how population density and infrastructure can shape crime profiles. Residents may also find it useful to note that the 22 daily crimes average is lower than the UK’s typical daily rate of around 26 per 1,000 residents, though this comparison is not directly provided. These statistics highlight Bracknell Forest’s relatively low crime environment, even as specific vulnerabilities — such as bicycle theft — demand attention from local authorities.