Crime Rate in Shinfield North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shinfield North

The total recorded crimes in Shinfield North, Wokingham, UK in May 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shinfield North crime rate of 3.60 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 Shinfield North, encompassing approximately 5,840 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Shinfield North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Mitford Close with total crimes: 4
  • Drewett Close with total crimes: 3
  • Shinfield Rise with total crimes: 2

How safe is Shinfield North?

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

  • Relative to Wokingham:

    • In 2024, Shinfield North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wokingham average, with 310 crimes compared to 412.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Shinfield North witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 24 other areas in the Wokingham.

    • In 2023, Shinfield North had fewer crimes than the Wokingham average, with 252 crimes compared to 400. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Shinfield North recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 24 other areas in the Wokingham.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Wokingham, Shinfield North has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Shinfield North Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Shinfield North has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 3.60 ranking 17th out of 24 in the Wokingham, UK

In 2024, the total Shinfield North crimes were 310. The crime rate of Shinfield North in 2024 was 53.07 (year) or 4.42 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Wokingham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Shinfield North were around 252 crimes with yearly crime rate of 43.14 (year) or 3.60 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Wokingham.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Shinfield North)CrimesRank (Shinfield North)CrimesRank (Shinfield North)
Wescott99 11,194 11,442 1
Norreys49 7594 6734 2
Finchampstead South90 2954 2596 6
Emmbrook31 11577 7638 3
Shinfield South81 3834 3541 8
Hawkedon50 6512 9623 4
Bulmershe and Whitegates56 5668 4602 5
Maiden Erlegh58 4603 5514 9
Winnersh34 10561 8548 7
Loddon47 8492 10472 10
Hillside46 9301 13430 11
Twyford21 16310 12303 12
Sonning30 12228 18156 22
Wokingham Without23 15212 20263 13
South Lake28 13234 16238 17
Remenham, Wargrave and Ruscombe17 20248 15257 14
Barkham24 14261 14221 18
Evendons19 18233 17249 16
Swallowfield12 23181 22214 19
Arborfield13 21223 19167 21
Coronation18 19204 21187 20
Hurst12 22113 25104 25
Finchampstead North4 25122 23124 23
Charvil10 24120 24117 24

Shinfield North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 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 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 127 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20255
March 20259
February 20256
January 20258
December 202413
November 20249
October 20246
September 202412
August 20246
July 20248
June 202428
May 20247

A total of 34 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20247
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
December 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
October 20244
September 20244
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 26 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
February 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20245
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 21 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 23 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
December 20241
October 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 24 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20245

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Shinfield North in May 2025

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

1. Mitford Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
2. Drewett Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
3. Shinfield Rise (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Ducketts Mead (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Anson Crescent (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Egerton Road (Map)
Total1
Bicycle theft1
7. Valentine Close (Map)
Total1
Theft from the person1
8. Halls Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Wavell Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Oakside Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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