Crime Rate in Emmbrook: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Emmbrook

The total recorded crimes in Emmbrook, Wokingham, UK in July 2025 are around 51 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Emmbrook crime rate of 3.17 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 Emmbrook, encompassing approximately 16,080 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (-5.56% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (266.67% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
Emmbrook Crime Hotspots

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

  • Queens Road with total crimes: 6
  • Station Road with total crimes: 4
  • Summerfield Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Emmbrook?

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

  • Relative to Wokingham:

    • In 2024, Emmbrook reported a higher crime volume than the Wokingham average, with 577 crimes compared to 412. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Emmbrook witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 24 other areas in the Wokingham.

    • In 2023, Emmbrook experienced a greater number of crimes than the Wokingham average, with 638 crimes compared to 400. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Emmbrook witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 24 other areas in the Wokingham.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Wokingham, Emmbrook has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Emmbrook Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Emmbrook has recorded 51 crimes with crime rate of 3.17 ranking 6th out of 24 in the Wokingham, UK

In 2024, the total Emmbrook crimes were 577. The crime rate of Emmbrook in 2024 was 35.88 (year) or 2.99 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Wokingham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Emmbrook were around 638 crimes with yearly crime rate of 39.68 (year) or 3.31 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Wokingham.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Emmbrook)CrimesRank (Emmbrook)CrimesRank (Emmbrook)
Wescott116 11,194 11,442 1
Norreys46 8594 6734 2
Finchampstead South97 2954 2596 6
Shinfield South79 3834 3541 8
Hawkedon44 9512 9623 4
Bulmershe and Whitegates54 5668 4602 5
Winnersh58 4561 8548 7
Maiden Erlegh50 7603 5514 9
Loddon40 10492 10472 10
Hillside36 11301 13430 11
Shinfield North24 12310 11252 15
Twyford21 18310 12303 12
Wokingham Without11 22212 20263 13
Arborfield24 13223 19167 21
Remenham, Wargrave and Ruscombe21 16248 15257 14
Barkham12 20261 14221 18
Swallowfield23 14181 22214 19
South Lake22 15234 16238 17
Evendons21 17233 17249 16
Sonning12 21228 18156 22
Coronation18 19204 21187 20
Finchampstead North8 25122 23124 23
Charvil11 23120 24117 24
Hurst10 24113 25104 25

Emmbrook Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 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 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Vehicle crime 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 17 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20252
April 20254
March 20251
February 20251
January 20255
November 20246
August 20243

A total of 37 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20254
April 20251
March 20255
February 20254
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 20242
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 51 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20253
May 20252
April 20254
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
November 202410
October 20246
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 45 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20253
May 20256
April 20252
March 20252
February 20256
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 20242
August 20243

A total of 226 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202517
June 202518
May 202510
April 202511
March 202532
February 202517
January 202523
December 202418
November 202421
October 202422
September 202420
August 202417

A total of 35 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.38 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
April 20253
March 20259
February 20253
December 20244
October 20244
September 20241

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20242

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 40 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20255
April 20252
March 20254
February 20254
January 20255
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 20246

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

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
February 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. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
November 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Emmbrook in July 2025

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

1. Queens Road (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Station Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Summerfield Close (Map)
Total4
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Emmbrook Gate (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Skates Drive (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
6. Turnbrook Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Landen Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. The Terrace (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Shute End (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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