Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RG7 · West Berkshire
46
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
RG19 · West Berkshire
73
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Sulhamstead has less crime — 46 vs 73 incidents in February 2026.
Thatcham recorded notably higher crime than Sulhamstead in February 2026 — 73 vs 46 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sulhamstead sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (9), while Thatcham has more 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, Sulhamstead recorded fewer crimes than Thatcham — 46 vs 73 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes. Sulhamstead is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sulhamstead saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Thatcham had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Sulhamstead recorded fewer total crimes (46 vs 73).