Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
GU47 · Bracknell Forest
55
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
RG19 · West Berkshire
73
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Sandhurst has less crime — 55 vs 73 incidents in February 2026.
Thatcham saw somewhat more crime than Sandhurst in February 2026 (73 vs 55 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sandhurst sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (8) and Public order (6), while Thatcham has more Shoplifting (11) and Anti-social behaviour (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Sandhurst recorded fewer crimes than Thatcham — 55 vs 73 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes. Sandhurst is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sandhurst saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Thatcham had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Sandhurst recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 73).