Wokingham Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

July 2025 marked a period of relative stability for Wokingham's crime profile, with an overall rate of 4.4 crimes per 1,000 residents—48.8% below the UK average. This performance, while consistent with the area's historical trend of lower crime rates, was punctuated by a significant increase in anti-social behaviour, which rose by 35.1% compared to June. The top crime categories reflected a mix of local and national patterns: violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.5% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 18.4% and shoplifting at 10.1%. These figures align with the characteristics of a commuter-oriented district with a mix of residential and retail areas, where public spaces are frequently used during summer months. The seasonal context of July—peak tourism, festivals, and school holidays—likely influenced patterns of criminal activity, with anti-social behaviour and public order offences rising in tandem with increased foot traffic and outdoor events. However, the area's performance in violent crime remains markedly below UK averages, with violence and sexual offences at 1.5 per 1,000 residents compared to the national rate of 3.0. This suggests effective community policing or environmental factors that deter more severe crimes. The relatively low rates of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and drug-related offences (0.1 per 1,000) further reinforce the area's safety profile, though the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour indicates areas for targeted intervention. The interplay between seasonal activity and crime prevention strategies will likely shape the trajectory of these figures in the coming months.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in July 2025 was a 35.1% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 111 to 150 incidents. This surge, which outpaced other categories, may be linked to the summer season's impact on public spaces and events. Concurrently, bicycle theft fell by 68.2% to seven incidents, potentially reflecting increased security measures or reduced outdoor activity during peak summer hours. Theft from the person also dropped by 50%, from two to one incident, a decrease that could be attributed to heightened awareness during festival season. Wokingham's violent crime rate of 1.5 per 1,000 residents is 51% below the UK average, a consistent trend across multiple categories. This performance underscores the area's relative safety in violent crime compared to national benchmarks, even as anti-social behaviour fluctuates with seasonal dynamics.

Wokingham's crime rate in July 2025 remained stable at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in criminal activity. Daily crime statistics show an average of 26 reported incidents per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 230 residents, a monthly aggregate that reflects the area's overall safety profile. When compared to the UK average, Wokingham's population of 187,200 experiences crime at a rate 48.8% below the national average, highlighting the effectiveness of local policing or community factors in maintaining lower crime levels. This comparative advantage is particularly notable in categories like burglary and drug-related offences, which are both significantly below UK averages. However, the stability in crime rates does not preclude the need for ongoing vigilance, especially as seasonal factors may influence activity in the coming months.