Crime in Aldermaston, West Berkshire: statistics, rates and trends
243 crimes were recorded in Aldermaston, West Berkshire in the 12 months to August 2026, 56.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and up 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Aldermaston, West Berkshire at a glance
- Crime trends in Aldermaston, West Berkshire
- Types of crime in Aldermaston, West Berkshire
- Aldermaston, West Berkshire compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Aldermaston, West Berkshire
- What happened after crimes were reported in Aldermaston, West Berkshire
- Demographics of Aldermaston, West Berkshire
- Questions about crime in Aldermaston, West Berkshire
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (103), other theft (26) and anti-social behaviour (22) made up 62% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 2,747th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lower half.
| Measure | Aldermaston, West Berkshire | West Berkshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 243 | 10,756 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 56.7 | 65.1 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +7% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 4,289 | 165,112 | 58,127,638 |
Recorded crime in Aldermaston, West Berkshire peaked in the year to August 2018 (312 crimes) and was lowest in the year to August 2022 (209). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it fell 22%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 243 | 56.7 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 227 | 52.9 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 209 | 48.7 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 311 | 72.5 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 209 | 48.7 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 249 | 58.1 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 215 | 50.1 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 232 | 54.1 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 312 | 72.7 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 15 |
| July 2026 | 16 |
| June 2026 | 18 |
| May 2026 | 13 |
| April 2026 | 26 |
| March 2026 | 19 |
| February 2026 | 20 |
| January 2026 | 25 |
| December 2025 | 27 |
| November 2025 | 20 |
| October 2025 | 23 |
| September 2025 | 21 |
No category with at least 20 crimes was notably above the England and Wales rate, and anti-social behaviour (67% below) and criminal damage and arson (31% below) were well below it. On the year before, violence and sexual offences rose from 82 to 103, while public order fell from 27 to 20 and criminal damage and arson fell from 26 to 20.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 103 | 24.0 | 34.2 | +26% |
| Other theft | 26 | 6.1 | 6.4 | -7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 22 | 5.1 | 15.4 | -8% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 20 | 4.7 | 6.7 | -23% |
| Public order | 20 | 4.7 | 6.7 | -26% |
| Burglary | 13 | 3.0 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Drugs | 11 | 2.6 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Other crime | 10 | 2.3 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Vehicle crime | 10 | 2.3 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.9 | 1.0 | n/a |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.7 | 1.4 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 1 | 0.2 | 8.5 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
4 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Aldermaston, West Berkshire; the highest is Thatcham Central (93.2 per 1,000) and the lowest Chieveley & Cold Ash (37.2).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Aldermaston, West Berkshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradfield | 338 | 44.2 | -22% |
| Thatcham Central | 901 | 93.2 | +64% |
| Thatcham North East | 408 | 55.4 | -2% |
| Burghfield & Mortimer | 838 | 84.7 | +50% |
| Theale | 241 | 77.7 | +37% |
| Thatcham West | 346 | 51.1 | -10% |
| Chieveley & Cold Ash | 319 | 37.2 | -34% |
| Tilehurst Birch Copse | 515 | 65.6 | +16% |
The 10 locations below account for 64% of the crime recorded in Aldermaston, West Berkshire over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Paices Hill” (46).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Paices Hill | 46 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 22 |
| On or near Bath Road | 16 |
| On or near Lockside Court | 15 |
| On or near Parking Area | 14 |
| On or near Bannister Place | 10 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 10 |
| On or near Kestrels Mead | 9 |
| On or near Abbey Gardens | 7 |
| On or near Mallard Way | 7 |
Of the 221 crimes in Aldermaston, West Berkshire with a recorded outcome, 35% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 2.7% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 22 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 82 | 37.1% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 77 | 34.8% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 18 | 8.1% | 11.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 15 | 6.8% | 4.7% |
| Local resolution | 13 | 5.9% | 3.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 6 | 2.7% | 5.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 4 | 1.8% | 2.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 3 | 1.4% | 1.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 1.4% | 0.6% |
Aldermaston, West Berkshire has an estimated population of 4,289 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has fewer households without a car (8.1%, against 23.3%), fewer students (4.1%, against 7.9%) and less social housing (11%, against 17%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Aldermaston, West Berkshire average decile 6.3 (1 = most deprived), close to the middle.
| Measure | Aldermaston, West Berkshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.0% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.4% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 60.6% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 1.6% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 26.0% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 4.1% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 39.5% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 15.4% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 8.1% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 74.7% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 10.6% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 14.6% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.3 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Aldermaston, West Berkshire a safe place to live?
Aldermaston, West Berkshire recorded 56.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 2,747th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest).
What is the most common crime in Aldermaston, West Berkshire?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 103 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by other theft (26).
Is crime in Aldermaston, West Berkshire going up or down?
Recorded crime in Aldermaston, West Berkshire was up 7% on the year before: 243 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 227 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Aldermaston, West Berkshire?
About 4,289 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 24% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Aldermaston, West Berkshire?
Aldermaston, West Berkshire is policed by Thames Valley.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.