Crime Rate in Thatcham West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Thatcham West

The total recorded crimes in Thatcham West, West Berkshire, UK in March 2025 are around 35 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Thatcham West crime rate of 3.81 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 Thatcham West, encompassing approximately 9,182 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Thatcham West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Whitaker Court with total crimes: 4
  • Chapman Walk with total crimes: 2
  • Kestrel Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Thatcham West?

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

  • Relative to West Berkshire:

    • In 2024, Thatcham West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the West Berkshire average, with 383 crimes compared to 648.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Thatcham West recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Thatcham West had fewer crimes than the West Berkshire average, with 351 crimes compared to 570. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Thatcham West recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in West Berkshire, Thatcham West has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Thatcham West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Thatcham West has recorded 35 crimes with crime rate of 3.81 ranking 12th out of 23 in the West Berkshire, UK

In 2024, the total Thatcham West crimes were 383. The crime rate of Thatcham West in 2024 was 41.71 (year) or 3.48 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the West Berkshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Thatcham West were around 351 crimes with yearly crime rate of 38.23 (year) or 3.19 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the West Berkshire.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (West Berkshire)CrimesRank (West Berkshire)CrimesRank (West Berkshire)
Thatcham Central183 12,570 12,146 1
Hungerford & Kintbury101 41,247 51,175 2
Newbury Central116 21,344 2908 5
Burghfield & Mortimer93 51,249 41,120 3
Newbury Greenham109 31,262 3882 6
Newbury Clay Hill63 8807 6934 4
Tilehurst & Purley75 6739 7603 10
Tilehurst South & Holybrook65 7728 8729 7
Newbury Speen55 9699 10676 8
Tilehurst Birch Copse52 10727 9634 9
Newbury Wash Common39 11561 11570 11
Thatcham North East34 13455 12391 12
Lambourn28 15343 18361 13
Chieveley & Cold Ash25 19395 13343 16
Bradfield33 14392 14338 17
Theale23 21387 15345 15
Aldermaston28 16237 21290 18
Downlands26 17363 17243 20
Ridgeway26 18245 19262 19
Pangbourne24 20244 20188 21
Bucklebury8 2368 2381 22
Basildon8 2290 2269 23
Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham4 2428 2451 24

Thatcham West 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 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 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 (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 26 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
June 20248
May 20243

A total of 24 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20247
November 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20246
April 20242

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20242
April 20242

A total of 98 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.17 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20254
January 20256
December 20245
November 20243
October 202410
September 20246
August 202412
July 202416
June 202412
May 202410
April 20245

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 136 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20258
January 20259
December 202412
November 202414
October 202414
September 202414
August 202410
July 20246
June 202418
May 202413
April 20248

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 2 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
May 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20243
September 20241
June 20244

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Thatcham West in March 2025

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

1. Whitaker Court (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Chapman Walk (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
3. Kestrel Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Conference/Exhibition Centre (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
5. Tarn Howes Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
6. Francis Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
7. Benham Hill (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Bourne Arch (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. The Turnery (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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