Twyford (Wokingham) Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Twyford (Wokingham)'s crime profile in June 2025 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crime, shaped by its character as a built-up area within a commuter-focused borough. The overall crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents places the area 55.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a generally low-crime environment. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences (27.3% of all crimes), followed by burglary (18.2%) and other theft (15.2%). This mix suggests a combination of local factors, including the proximity to urban centres and the presence of residential areas that may attract both opportunistic and targeted crimes. Seasonal context may also play a role, as June marks the start of summer and increased foot traffic in local amenities. While violent crime remains a concern, the rate of 1.0 per 1,000 is 65% below the UK average, linked to community cohesion and policing presence. Conversely, burglary stands out as a category where Twyford significantly diverges from national trends, with a rate of 0.7 per 1,000 — 150% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This could indicate vulnerabilities in residential security or patterns tied to nearby commercial zones. The area's crime profile thus illustrates a nuanced interplay between localized risk factors and broader regional trends, with implications for targeted interventions.

June 2025 saw significant shifts in Twyford's crime mix, with public order offences doubling from 1 to 2 (+100%), and burglary rising from 0 to 6 (+100%). This surge in burglary, which is 150% above the UK average, contrasts sharply with the 65% below UK average for violence and sexual offences. The increase in public order offences may reflect heightened social activity during the summer months. Shoplifting fell by 66.7% (6 to 2), suggesting potential effectiveness of local retail security measures. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted: while property crimes (17 total) still dominated, the rise in violence (from 5 to 9) marked an 80% increase, pushing the share of violent crimes from 15.2% to 27.3% of the total. This shift may be linked to seasonal factors, as longer evenings and increased community events can influence crime patterns. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained below the UK average (58% below), and vehicle crime fell 19% below the national rate. These findings highlight areas where Twyford's crime profile diverges from UK norms, with burglary and public order as key focal points for further analysis.

Twyford's crime rate in June 2025 rose 10.0% from 3.3 per 1,000 in May, reflecting a slight upward trend despite remaining well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 1 crime per day over the month, a figure that contextualizes the low overall volume relative to its population of 9,113 residents. Monthly exposure calculations show that over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 276 residents — a ratio that underscores the relatively safe environment compared to national benchmarks. This figure, however, does not account for variations in population density or local demographics. The 10% increase from May may be attributed to seasonal factors, as the start of summer often correlates with higher foot traffic in public spaces and increased social activity. Yet, the area's overall crime rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, with only burglary and public order offences showing notable deviations. For residents, this means that while crime is a consideration, the likelihood of encountering it is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. The comparison also highlights the importance of localized factors — such as the proximity to Wokingham's urban core — in shaping crime patterns distinct from broader UK trends.