Hungerford Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In Hungerford, a built-up area within West Berkshire, the per-capita risk of encountering crime in October 2025 was markedly lower than the UK average. With a crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents—44.2% below the national figure of 7.7—residents face a significantly reduced likelihood of experiencing criminal activity compared to the average UK citizen. This lower rate is evident when considering the daily exposure: one crime was reported roughly every 31 days, translating to a 1-in-234 chance for any given resident over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (36% of total), criminal damage and arson (20%), and public order incidents (12%). These patterns align with the area's character as a small town with limited urban density, where violent crime is less concentrated but still present. Seasonal factors in October—such as the return to darker evenings and the timing of Halloween—may have influenced the distribution of crimes. The rate of violence and sexual offences, while still a concern, was lower than the UK average by 44%, a figure that suggests effective local policing or community factors contributing to this disparity. However, the spike in criminal damage and arson, which was 61% above the UK average, indicates specific vulnerabilities in property crime prevention that warrant further analysis. This profile contrasts sharply with larger urban areas, where vehicle crime and theft are more common, and highlights Hungerford's unique position as a low-crime, low-density community.

October 2025 saw a stark 50% reduction in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 18 to 9 incidents. This decline contrasts with sharp 100% increases in drugs, possession of weapons, and vehicle crime, all of which rose from zero to one incident each. These shifts highlight a crime mix that diverges from the UK average in several categories: criminal damage and arson in Hungerford is 61% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 76% below. The rise in possession of weapons—100% higher than the previous month—presents a notable concern. For residents, the 50% drop in violent crime offers a clear indicator of improved safety in this area, even as other categories show unexpected spikes. The absence of any reported shoplifting or burglary in October, despite the UK average for such crimes being non-zero, further illustrates the unique profile of Hungerford's crime profile.

Hungerford's crime rate for October 2025 (4.3 per 1,000) reflects a 21.9% decline from the previous month's rate of 5.5 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a continued reduction in reported incidents, though the absolute numbers remain low by national standards. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while small, underscores the sporadic nature of incidents in a relatively small built-up area. When scaled to the local population of 5,844, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 234 residents. This ratio provides a tangible sense of risk for individuals living or working in Hungerford, highlighting that the likelihood of encountering crime is significantly lower than the UK average. The drop in violence and sexual offences by 50% month-on-month may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and the timing of local events. The population-scaled perspective further contextualises these figures, showing that even with fluctuations, the area's overall safety profile remains distinct from larger urban centres.