Crime Rate in Slough: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Slough

The total recorded crimes in Slough, Nuneaton and Bedworth, UK in March 2025 are around 39 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Slough crime rate of 2.43 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Slough, encompassing approximately 16,041 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (-23.08% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (8) incidents (166.67% increase)
Slough Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Brook Street with total crimes: 7
  • Croft Road with total crimes: 6
  • Leicester Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Slough?

To understand the safety of Slough, we need to analyze Slough crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Nuneaton and Bedworth:

    • In 2024, Slough demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Nuneaton and Bedworth average, with 715 crimes compared to 923.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Slough recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Slough had fewer crimes than the Nuneaton and Bedworth average, with 607 crimes compared to 796. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Slough recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Nuneaton and Bedworth, Slough has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Slough Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Slough has recorded 39 crimes with crime rate of 2.43 ranking 15th out of 16 in the Nuneaton and Bedworth, UK

In 2024, the total Slough crimes were 715. The crime rate of Slough in 2024 was 44.57 (year) or 3.71 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Nuneaton and Bedworth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Slough were around 607 crimes with yearly crime rate of 37.84 (year) or 3.15 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Nuneaton and Bedworth.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Nuneaton and Bedworth)CrimesRank (Nuneaton and Bedworth)CrimesRank (Nuneaton and Bedworth)
Abbey248 12,977 12,647 1
Bede132 21,384 21,153 2
Camp Hill75 51,112 3915 3
Kingswood88 3940 4814 5
Wem Brook75 4884 6903 4
Galley Common65 8902 5672 10
Bar Pool51 11802 10787 6
Arbury72 6736 12723 7
Poplar45 14878 7702 9
Exhall68 7851 8710 8
Weddington63 9808 9573 14
St Nicolas52 10703 14504 15
Heath46 13568 15656 11
Attleborough49 12789 11627 12
Bulkington29 16382 16353 16
Whitestone13 17254 17186 17

Slough Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (17 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (18 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (12 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 202 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202513
January 202519
December 202417
November 202415
October 202420
September 202417
August 202413
July 202421
June 202432
May 202413
April 202412

A total of 101 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20258
January 20255
December 202411
November 20247
October 20248
September 20247
August 20249
July 202416
June 20248
May 20248
April 20245

A total of 33 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20246
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 125 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.42 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20256
January 20253
December 20241
November 202417
October 202417
September 20249
August 202418
July 20248
June 20248
May 202411
April 202424

A total of 74 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20253
January 20254
December 20245
November 20246
October 20248
September 20246
August 20245
July 20243
June 20248
May 20246
April 202412

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
June 20242

A total of 42 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20258
January 20252
December 20245
November 20245
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
April 20241

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 50 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20245
October 20242
September 20245
August 20245
July 20249
June 20244
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
August 20243
July 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20253
October 20242
August 20242
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Slough in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Slough postcode area is presented below.

1. Brook Street (Map)
Total7
Vehicle crime3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
2. Croft Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
3. Leicester Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Shoplifting2
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
5. Gainsborough Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
6. Hill Street (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1
7. Forsythia Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Wood Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Hurst Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Bede Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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