Crime Rate in Thames: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Thames

The total recorded crimes in Thames, Reading, UK in March 2025 are around 89 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Thames crime rate of 4.71 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 Thames, encompassing approximately 18,884 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Public order: (11) incidents (266.67% increase)
  • Other theft: (9) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Thames Crime Hotspots

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

  • Richfield Avenue with total crimes: 9
  • Kenavon Drive with total crimes: 8
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6

How safe is Thames?

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

  • Relative to Reading:

    • In 2024, Thames demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Reading average, with 1182 crimes compared to 1416.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Thames recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 15 other cities.

    • In 2023, Thames had fewer crimes than the Reading average, with 1,252 crimes compared to 1,325. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Thames witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Thames Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Thames has recorded 89 crimes with crime rate of 1.27 ranking 10th out of 15 in the Reading, UK

In 2024, the total Thames crimes were 1,182. The crime rate of Thames in 2024 was 62.59 (year) or 5.22 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Reading.

In 2023, the total crimes in Thames were around 1,252 crimes with yearly crime rate of 66.30 (year) or 5.52 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Reading.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Reading)CrimesRank (Reading)CrimesRank (Reading)
Abbey365 14,853 14,794 1
Battle131 31,832 31,943 2
Southcote125 51,856 21,773 3
Church142 21,565 41,071 10
Katesgrove79 141,393 61,316 4
Whitley126 41,490 51,276 5
Coley80 131,260 81,253 6
Park111 61,244 91,074 9
Norcot88 111,274 7997 11
Caversham100 71,036 12940 12
Redlands95 81,236 101,230 8
Kentwood93 9852 14752 14
Tilehurst86 12977 13845 13
Caversham Heights13 16359 15430 15
Emmer Green18 15241 16252 16

Thames Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 9 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 (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (63 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (28 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (32 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 94 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20253
January 20257
December 20248
November 20244
October 20247
September 202411
August 20246
July 20248
June 202420
May 20245
April 20244

A total of 133 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20259
January 20257
December 202412
November 202412
October 20244
September 20245
August 202428
July 202417
June 202414
May 20248
April 20248

A total of 393 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 63 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202528
February 202532
January 202519
December 202424
November 202426
October 202425
September 202428
August 202463
July 202430
June 202450
May 202436
April 202432

A total of 39 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20246
September 20244
August 20242
July 20244
June 20246
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 145 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 202515
December 20248
November 20248
October 202416
September 202414
August 202411
July 202422
June 202424
May 20244
April 20249

A total of 75 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20255
January 20255
December 20244
November 20243
October 20244
September 202410
August 20248
July 20249
June 202410
May 20247
April 20244

A total of 34 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
June 202410
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 81 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20257
December 20241
November 20246
October 20245
September 20247
August 20247
July 20249
June 20248
May 20247
April 202412

A total of 50 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20254
January 20253
December 20243
November 20247
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244
July 20244
June 202412
April 20241

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
August 20241
April 20244

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 22 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.14 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20242
September 20241
August 202411
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 56 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.09 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 202424
July 20242
June 202410
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
August 20243
July 20242

High Crime Locations Thames in March 2025

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

1. Richfield Avenue (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences3
Bicycle theft2
Criminal damage and arson2
Other crime1
Public order1
2. Kenavon Drive (Map)
Total8
Bicycle theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
Robbery1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting2
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. George Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
6. Bembridge Place (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
7. Forge Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
8. Kennet Walk (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime3
Drugs1
9. Kennet Street (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Thames Avenue (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1

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