Crime Rate in Norreys: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Norreys

The total recorded crimes in Norreys, Wokingham, UK in March 2025 are around 51 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Norreys crime rate of 3.22 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 Norreys, encompassing approximately 15,820 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (233.33% increase)
  • Other theft: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Norreys Crime Hotspots

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

  • Rectory Close with total crimes: 6
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 4
  • Phoenix Avenue with total crimes: 4

How safe is Norreys?

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

  • Relative to Wokingham:

    • In 2024, Norreys reported a higher crime volume than the Wokingham average, with 594 crimes compared to 412. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Norreys witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, Norreys experienced a greater number of crimes than the Wokingham average, with 734 crimes compared to 400. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Norreys witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Norreys Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Norreys has recorded 51 crimes with crime rate of 3.22 ranking 6th out of 24 in the Wokingham, UK

In 2024, the total Norreys crimes were 594. The crime rate of Norreys in 2024 was 37.55 (year) or 3.13 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Wokingham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Norreys were around 734 crimes with yearly crime rate of 46.40 (year) or 3.87 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Wokingham.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wokingham)CrimesRank (Wokingham)CrimesRank (Wokingham)
Wescott106 11,194 11,442 1
Finchampstead South63 4954 2596 6
Maiden Erlegh76 2603 5514 9
Emmbrook59 5577 7638 3
Shinfield South64 3834 3541 8
Hawkedon45 8512 9623 4
Bulmershe and Whitegates47 7668 4602 5
Winnersh40 9561 8548 7
Loddon28 11492 10472 10
Hillside34 10301 13430 11
Shinfield North17 18310 11252 15
Twyford23 14310 12303 12
Evendons26 12233 17249 16
Wokingham Without16 19212 20263 13
Sonning25 13228 18156 22
Remenham, Wargrave and Ruscombe12 22248 15257 14
Barkham22 15261 14221 18
South Lake20 16234 16238 17
Coronation18 17204 21187 20
Swallowfield13 21181 22214 19
Arborfield13 20223 19167 21
Finchampstead North2 25122 23124 23
Hurst9 23113 25104 25
Charvil4 24120 24117 24

Norreys Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

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

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 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 Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 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 (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 32 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20247
July 20242
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 81 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 202412
September 20246
August 20243
July 20248
June 202414
May 20243
April 202412

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 214 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202516
January 202514
December 202413
November 202417
October 202414
September 202415
August 202419
July 202410
June 202442
May 202415
April 202421

A total of 28 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
August 20243
July 20245
June 20242
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 48 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20257
January 20253
December 20245
November 20245
October 20243
September 20244
August 20242
July 20244
June 20242
May 20247
April 20243

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

MonthCount
March 20252
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 44 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20246
August 20241
July 20242
June 20246
May 20248
April 20246

A total of 42 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244
July 20243
June 202412
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
July 20243
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 12 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20244
October 20241
July 20241
June 20244
April 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations Norreys in March 2025

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

1. Rectory Close (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting3
Robbery2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Phoenix Avenue (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Appleby Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
5. Ashridge Road (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Barkhart Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Hughes Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Mays Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Benning Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Beaver Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2

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