Crime Rate in Wexham Lea: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wexham Lea

The total recorded crimes in Wexham Lea, Slough, UK in May 2025 are around 62 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wexham Lea crime rate of 1.44 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 Wexham Lea, encompassing approximately 43,186 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (30) incidents (3.45% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
Wexham Lea Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hospital with total crimes: 14
  • Prestwood with total crimes: 4
  • Rochfords Gardens with total crimes: 3

How safe is Wexham Lea?

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

  • Relative to Slough:

    • In 2024, Wexham Lea demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Slough average, with 808 crimes compared to 1264.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Wexham Lea recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 14 other areas in the Slough.

    • In 2023, Wexham Lea had fewer crimes than the Slough average, with 895 crimes compared to 1,203. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Wexham Lea recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 14 other areas in the Slough.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Wexham Lea Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Wexham Lea has recorded 62 crimes with crime rate of 1.44 ranking 11th out of 14 in the Slough, UK

In 2024, the total Wexham Lea crimes were 808. The crime rate of Wexham Lea in 2024 was 18.71 (year) or 1.56 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Slough.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wexham Lea were around 895 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.72 (year) or 1.73 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Slough.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wexham Lea)CrimesRank (Wexham Lea)CrimesRank (Wexham Lea)
Central253 13,495 12,575 1
Chalvey147 21,917 22,051 2
Cippenham Meadows145 31,646 31,628 3
Farnham128 41,618 41,618 4
Britwell and Northborough97 61,049 81,161 5
Upton91 71,104 51,007 8
Haymill and Lynch Hill99 51,056 7920 10
Langley St Mary's72 81,099 61,098 6
Baylis and Stoke59 12956 111,021 7
Colnbrook with Poyle69 9891 121,001 9
Elliman66 10992 9835 13
Cippenham Green59 13966 10772 14
Langley Kedermister53 14882 13889 12
Foxborough25 15475 15580 15

Wexham Lea Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 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 Public order (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (62 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 443 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 34.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202530
April 202529
March 202535
February 202523
January 202533
December 202439
November 202434
October 202429
September 202428
August 202431
July 202438
June 202462
May 202432

A total of 70 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20254
March 20255
February 20253
January 20253
December 20244
November 20245
October 20245
September 20242
August 20241
July 20247
June 202414
May 202413

A total of 78 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20253
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 202410
November 20243
October 20247
September 20248
August 20249
July 20245
June 20248
May 202410

A total of 79 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20256
March 20257
February 20254
January 20256
December 20247
November 20243
October 20246
September 20246
August 20243
July 20243
June 202416
May 20244

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
August 20242
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 54 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20254
March 20254
February 20251
January 20256
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20246
June 202412
May 20242

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
September 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20244

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
June 20242

A total of 42 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
January 20252
December 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20248
July 20243
June 202410
May 20245

A total of 12 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
December 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
August 20242
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
June 20242

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Wexham Lea in May 2025

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

1. Hospital (Map)
Total14
Violence and sexual offences10
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Prestwood (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Rochfords Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Carlton Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
5. Hazlemere Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Vehicle crime1
6. Broadmark Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
7. Almons Way (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Vehicle crime1
8. Uxbridge Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Beresford Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Preston Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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