Crime Rate in Kentwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kentwood

The total recorded crimes in Kentwood, Reading, UK in July 2025 are around 88 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kentwood crime rate of 3.95 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 Kentwood, encompassing approximately 22,282 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (27) incidents (35.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (-30.77% decrease)
  • Drugs: (9) incidents (350.00% increase)
Kentwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Thirlmere Avenue with total crimes: 12
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 8
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 7

How safe is Kentwood?

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

  • Relative to Reading:

    • In 2024, Kentwood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Reading average, with 852 crimes compared to 1416.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Kentwood recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Reading.

    • In 2023, Kentwood had fewer crimes than the Reading average, with 752 crimes compared to 1,325. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Kentwood recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Reading.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Reading, Kentwood has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Kentwood Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Kentwood has recorded 88 crimes with crime rate of 3.95 ranking 11th out of 15 in the Reading, UK

In 2024, the total Kentwood crimes were 852. The crime rate of Kentwood in 2024 was 38.24 (year) or 3.19 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Reading.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kentwood were around 752 crimes with yearly crime rate of 33.75 (year) or 2.81 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Reading.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Kentwood)CrimesRank (Kentwood)CrimesRank (Kentwood)
Abbey409 14,853 14,794 1
Battle148 31,832 31,943 2
Southcote151 21,856 21,773 3
Katesgrove119 61,393 61,316 4
Church145 41,565 41,071 10
Whitley139 51,490 51,276 5
Coley91 101,260 81,253 6
Thames96 91,182 111,252 7
Norcot75 131,274 7997 11
Park118 71,244 91,074 9
Redlands116 81,236 101,230 8
Caversham70 141,036 12940 12
Tilehurst78 12977 13845 13
Caversham Heights10 16359 15430 15
Emmer Green28 15241 16252 16

Kentwood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (29 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 151 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202513
May 202516
April 202520
March 202519
February 20259
January 202512
December 20247
November 20248
October 202414
September 202412
August 202412

A total of 46 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20259
May 20257
April 20253
March 20256
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 250 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202527
June 202520
May 202526
April 202520
March 202529
February 202516
January 202521
December 202423
November 202415
October 202418
September 202424
August 202411

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20252
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
September 20241

A total of 49 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20251
May 20255
April 20253
March 20254
February 20257
January 20254
December 20242
November 20241
October 20248
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 92 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20259
May 20255
April 20258
March 202517
February 202511
January 20256
December 20246
November 20243
October 20245
September 20246
August 20247

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20252
April 20259
March 20254
February 20252
December 20243
November 20248
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20251
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 57 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20255
April 20255
March 20254
February 20255
January 20257
December 20244
November 20244
October 20249
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 10 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
April 20252
February 20252
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 95 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 202517
April 20258
March 20256
February 202510
January 202514
December 20243
November 20245
October 20245
September 202413
August 20245

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242

High Crime Locations Kentwood in July 2025

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

1. Thirlmere Avenue (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson3
Drugs1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total8
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting5
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
4. Lyndhurst Road (Map)
Total5
Drugs3
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Tilehurst (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
6. Ringwood Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
7. Overlanders End (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Other theft1
Public order1
9. Winslet Place (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Cranbourne Gardens (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1

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