Wargrave Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Wargrave’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 0.9 per 1,000 residents, 86.8% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This places the area among the safest in the country, with a crime profile shaped by its small population and limited urban density. The top three crime categories were Other theft (25% of all crimes), Violence and sexual offences (25%), and Public order (12.5%). These figures, while low, highlight a shift in crime patterns, particularly the 100% increase in Other theft, which may be linked to seasonal factors such as post-holiday activity and reduced retail footfall. The overall crime mix remains heavily skewed toward property-related offences, with property crimes (4 incidents) accounting for 50% of all reported crimes. This balance is consistent with the area’s character as a built-up district within Wokingham, where commercial activity and residential density may drive certain categories. Seasonal context suggests that January’s shorter days and post-holiday lull likely contributed to the low volume of outdoor crimes, though the rise in anti-social behaviour indicates potential localized issues. The area’s crime profile illustrates a combination of geographic and demographic factors that keep rates far below national averages, even as small fluctuations occur.

The most striking month-on-month change in January 2026 was the 100% increase in Other theft, which rose from zero to two incidents. This category now accounts for 25% of all reported crimes, though it remains 57% below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences fell by 33.3% compared to December, dropping from three to two incidents. This decline aligns with the UK average, which is 2.5 per 1,000, though Wargrave’s rate remains 92% below. Public order and anti-social behaviour both saw 100% increases, each contributing 12.5% to the total crime mix. These shifts may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which typically dampen outdoor crimes. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour suggests localized tensions that warrant further attention. Residents may find the 1-in-1,148 monthly exposure figure useful for contextualizing their personal risk.

Wargrave’s crime rate in January 2026 rose by 33.8% compared to December 2025, moving from 0.7 to 0.9 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest in absolute terms, reflects a shift in local patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 1,148 residents, a figure that underscores the area’s overall safety relative to national benchmarks. Daily crime context shows an average of 0 crimes per day in January, a statistic that aligns with the low overall rate. While this monthly exposure is far below the UK average, such figures are influenced by the area’s small population and limited urban density. The low crime rate persists despite the post-holiday period, which typically sees spikes in theft or anti-social behaviour. This may partly explain why the monthly exposure remains exceptionally low, even with the 100% increase in certain categories. The comparison to the UK average highlights Wargrave’s unique position as a low-crime built-up area, where even modest rises are closely monitored for context.