Windsor and Maidenhead Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Windsor and Maidenhead's crime profile in January 2026 reveals a combination of violent and property crimes, with violent offences (269) narrowly exceeding property crimes (256) for the first time this year. The overall crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents places the area 33.8% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, a gap that reflects systemic differences in policing, demographics, or socioeconomic factors. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.9% of all crimes, significantly below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000 (32% below locally). This suggests effective community policing or lower prevalence of certain risk factors in this area. Anti-social behaviour (9.7% of crimes) and public order offences (8.9%) also fell well below national averages, potentially linked to the area's historic character and suburban infrastructure, which may limit opportunities for disorder. Seasonal factors likely influenced the data, as January's post-holiday period typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may dampen outdoor crimes. However, the slight dominance of violent crimes over property crimes could indicate shifts in criminal activity, related to domestic disputes or alcohol-related incidents during colder months. The area's unique blend of Windsor's historic Royal Borough and Maidenhead's commuter links may create distinct dynamics, with higher property crime rates near transport hubs and more violent incidents in residential areas. These patterns suggest a need for targeted interventions, though the overall low crime rate remains a key indicator of local safety.

January 2026 saw a notable shift in crime patterns, with violent crimes (269) slightly outpacing property crimes (256) for the first time this year. This balance may reflect seasonal factors, as post-holiday periods often see increased domestic tensions or alcohol-related incidents. Robbery rates rose by 33.3% (from 6 to 8 cases), a sharp increase that could signal targeted opportunism in specific locations. Conversely, theft from the person fell by two-thirds (from 12 to 4), linked to reduced foot traffic in retail areas during January's shorter days. Vehicle crime and burglary rates remained marginally above UK averages (0.4 and 0.3 per 1,000 respectively), while anti-social behaviour and public order offences surged by 16.9% and 23.5% respectively. These increases may relate to the area's mix of historic sites and modern commuter hubs, where crowds in public spaces could contribute to disorder. Residents might find the 33.8% gap between local and UK crime rates reassuring, though the rise in public order offences warrants local policing attention.

Windsor and Maidenhead's crime rate in January 2026 fell to 4.5 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.2% decline from the previous month's 4.9 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with the area's generally low crime profile compared to the UK average. Daily crime activity averaged 23 incidents per day, a figure that contextualises the scale of local policing efforts. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 224 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively safe environment compared to more densely populated urban centres. The population of 158,943 means each crime affects a small proportion of the community. gap between the local rate and the UK average highlights systemic differences in policing, demographics, or socioeconomic factors. This consistency in lower crime rates may reflect Windsor and Maidenhead's unique blend of historic preservation, commuter infrastructure, and suburban amenities, which could reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.