Crime Rate in Tilehurst South & Holybrook: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Tilehurst South & Holybrook

The total recorded crimes in Tilehurst South & Holybrook, West Berkshire, UK in March 2025 are around 65 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Tilehurst South & Holybrook crime rate of 4.94 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 Tilehurst South & Holybrook, encompassing approximately 13,169 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (23) incidents (27.78% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (1100.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (600.00% increase)
Tilehurst South & Holybrook Crime Hotspots

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

  • Burbidge Close with total crimes: 12
  • Ferndale Avenue with total crimes: 12
  • Sharnwood Drive with total crimes: 9

How safe is Tilehurst South & Holybrook?

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

  • Relative to West Berkshire:

    • In 2024, Tilehurst South & Holybrook reported a higher crime volume than the West Berkshire average, with 728 crimes compared to 648. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Tilehurst South & Holybrook witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Tilehurst South & Holybrook experienced a greater number of crimes than the West Berkshire average, with 729 crimes compared to 570. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Tilehurst South & Holybrook witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in West Berkshire, Tilehurst South & Holybrook has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Tilehurst South & Holybrook Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Tilehurst South & Holybrook has recorded 65 crimes with crime rate of 4.94 ranking 7th out of 23 in the West Berkshire, UK

In 2024, the total Tilehurst South & Holybrook crimes were 728. The crime rate of Tilehurst South & Holybrook in 2024 was 55.28 (year) or 4.61 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the West Berkshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Tilehurst South & Holybrook were around 729 crimes with yearly crime rate of 55.36 (year) or 4.61 (month) ranking 7 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
Newbury Speen55 9699 10676 8
Tilehurst Birch Copse52 10727 9634 9
Newbury Wash Common39 11561 11570 11
Thatcham North East34 13455 12391 12
Thatcham West35 12383 16351 14
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

Tilehurst South & Holybrook Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (10 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (56 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 123 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20251
January 20253
December 20245
November 202410
October 202411
September 20244
August 202417
July 20248
June 202428
May 202415
April 20249

A total of 45 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20245
September 20241
August 20248
June 202412
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 37 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
January 20256
December 20242
November 20243
October 20246
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20245

A total of 260 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202518
January 20259
December 202413
November 20248
October 202429
September 202429
August 202424
July 202417
June 202456
May 202419
April 202415

A total of 31 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 60 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20259
November 20242
October 20242
September 202412
July 20246
June 202410
May 20243
April 20248

A total of 20 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20251
July 20243
June 20246
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 43 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20253
December 20241
August 20243
July 20246
June 202424
May 20243

A total of 37 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20253
November 20242
October 20241
September 20246
August 20245
July 20244
June 20246
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
July 20243
May 20241

A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.29 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
October 20244
September 20244
August 20244
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20254
September 20243
May 20243

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20243

High Crime Locations Tilehurst South & Holybrook in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Tilehurst South & Holybrook postcode area is presented below.

1. Burbidge Close (Map)
Total12
Anti-social behaviour3
Other crime3
Other theft3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Ferndale Avenue (Map)
Total12
Other crime3
Other theft3
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Sharnwood Drive (Map)
Total9
Robbery3
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Sweet Briar Drive (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour5
Drugs1
Public order1
5. Bucknell Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Narromine Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Carston Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Kemerton Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Torcross Grove (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
10. Embrook Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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