The total recorded crimes in Southcote, Reading, UK in July 2025 are around 151 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Southcote crime rate of 5.76 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 Southcote, encompassing approximately 26,193 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Southcote, we need to analyze Southcote crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Reading:
In 2024, Southcote reported a higher crime volume than the Reading average, with 1,856 crimes compared to 1,416. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Southcote witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 15 other areas in the Reading.
In 2023, Southcote experienced a greater number of crimes than the Reading average, with 1,773 crimes compared to 1,325. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Southcote witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Reading.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Reading, Southcote has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In July 2025 the Southcote has recorded 151 crimes with crime rate of 5.76 ranking 2th out of 15 in the Reading, UK
In 2024, the total Southcote crimes were 1,856. The crime rate of Southcote in 2024 was 70.86 (year) or 5.90 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Reading.
In 2023, the total crimes in Southcote were around 1,773 crimes with yearly crime rate of 67.69 (year) or 5.64 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Reading.
| Area | July 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Southcote) | Crimes | Rank (Southcote) | Crimes | Rank (Southcote) | |
| Abbey | 409 | 1 | 4,853 | 1 | 4,794 | 1 |
| Battle | 148 | 3 | 1,832 | 3 | 1,943 | 2 |
| Katesgrove | 119 | 6 | 1,393 | 6 | 1,316 | 4 |
| Church | 145 | 4 | 1,565 | 4 | 1,071 | 10 |
| Whitley | 139 | 5 | 1,490 | 5 | 1,276 | 5 |
| Coley | 91 | 10 | 1,260 | 8 | 1,253 | 6 |
| Thames | 96 | 9 | 1,182 | 11 | 1,252 | 7 |
| Norcot | 75 | 13 | 1,274 | 7 | 997 | 11 |
| Park | 118 | 7 | 1,244 | 9 | 1,074 | 9 |
| Redlands | 116 | 8 | 1,236 | 10 | 1,230 | 8 |
| Kentwood | 88 | 11 | 852 | 14 | 752 | 14 |
| Caversham | 70 | 14 | 1,036 | 12 | 940 | 12 |
| Tilehurst | 78 | 12 | 977 | 13 | 845 | 13 |
| Caversham Heights | 10 | 16 | 359 | 15 | 430 | 15 |
| Emmer Green | 28 | 15 | 241 | 16 | 252 | 16 |
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 76 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (63 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (25 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (63 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (25 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (62 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (47 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (31 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 50 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (57 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 132 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 18.86 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 31 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 18 |
| June 2025 | 20 |
| May 2025 | 25 |
| April 2025 | 18 |
| March 2025 | 31 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
| January 2025 | 15 |
A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 8 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 418 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 59.71 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 76 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 76 |
| June 2025 | 63 |
| May 2025 | 63 |
| April 2025 | 62 |
| March 2025 | 47 |
| February 2025 | 50 |
| January 2025 | 57 |
A total of 47 Other theft incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 6.71 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 9 |
| June 2025 | 6 |
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 8 |
| February 2025 | 8 |
| January 2025 | 8 |
A total of 73 Public order incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 10.43 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 25 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 11 |
| June 2025 | 25 |
| May 2025 | 9 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 11 |
| February 2025 | 9 |
| January 2025 | 7 |
A total of 79 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 11.29 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 11 |
| June 2025 | 18 |
| May 2025 | 12 |
| April 2025 | 11 |
| March 2025 | 17 |
| February 2025 | 6 |
| January 2025 | 4 |
A total of 34 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 4.86 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 13 |
| May 2025 | 4 |
| April 2025 | 4 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
| January 2025 | 4 |
A total of 40 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 5.71 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 13 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 13 |
| June 2025 | 6 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 5 |
| March 2025 | 4 |
| February 2025 | 4 |
| January 2025 | 5 |
A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 4 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 5 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Southcote postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 20 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 13 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 4 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Total | 19 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 9 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 6 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total | 7 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 6 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total | 6 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 6 |
| Total | 6 |
| Drugs | 3 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 3 |
| Total | 6 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 6 |
| Total | 6 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 4 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total | 6 |
| Shoplifting | 6 |
| Total | 5 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 4 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Total | 5 |
| Public order | 4 |
| Other theft | 1 |