Crime in Chalvey: statistics, rates and trends
700 crimes were recorded in Chalvey in the 12 months to July 2026, 106.8 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 14% on the year before.
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700 crimes were recorded in Chalvey in the 12 months to July 2026, 106.8 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 14% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 281 reports (40% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Chalvey has the 1,071st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Chalvey | Slough | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 700 | 17,242 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 106.8 | 103.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +14% | +7% | -1% |
| Population | 6,552 | 167,359 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Chalvey was highest in the year to July 2021 (1,032 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (612). Over the whole period it fell 13%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 700 | 106.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 612 | 93.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 786 | 120.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 937 | 143.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 965 | 147.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,032 | 157.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 906 | 138.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 960 | 146.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 808 | 123.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 63 |
| June 2026 | 70 |
| May 2026 | 74 |
| April 2026 | 51 |
| March 2026 | 67 |
| February 2026 | 37 |
| January 2026 | 50 |
| December 2025 | 49 |
| November 2025 | 62 |
| October 2025 | 49 |
| September 2025 | 58 |
| August 2025 | 70 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Chalvey over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for violence and sexual offences, vehicle crime, criminal damage and arson.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+91%) and other theft (+21%). The largest falls were in burglary (-29%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 281 | 42.9 | 1.25 | +14% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 92 | 14.0 | 0.92 | +16% |
| Vehicle crime | 86 | 13.1 | 2.66 | +91% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 56 | 8.5 | 1.26 | +4% |
| Public order | 54 | 8.2 | 1.24 | -8% |
| Other theft | 41 | 6.3 | 0.98 | +21% |
| Drugs | 24 | 3.7 | 1.12 | +20% |
| Burglary | 20 | 3.1 | 0.86 | -29% |
| Other crime | 12 | 1.8 | 0.87 | +50% |
| Theft from the person | 11 | 1.7 | 0.99 | -31% |
| Robbery | 8 | 1.2 | 0.90 | +14% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 1.1 | 1.10 | -12% |
| Bicycle theft | 5 | 0.8 | 0.93 | -17% |
| Shoplifting | 3 | 0.5 | 0.06 | +50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Chalvey
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Chalvey recorded 281 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (42.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 40.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Chalvey
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Chalvey recorded 92 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 13.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Chalvey
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Chalvey recorded 86 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 91% on the year before. It made up 12.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Chalvey
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Chalvey recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Chalvey
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Chalvey recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 7.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Chalvey
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Chalvey recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Chalvey
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Chalvey recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Chalvey
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Chalvey recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Chalvey
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Chalvey recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Chalvey
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Chalvey recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Chalvey
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Chalvey recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Chalvey
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Chalvey recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Chalvey
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Chalvey recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Chalvey
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Chalvey recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Chalvey, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Chalvey.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Chalvey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herschel Park | 2,772 | 252.3 | +136% |
| Cippenham Manor | 813 | 84.0 | -21% |
| Baylis & Salt Hill | 1,091 | 111.6 | +4% |
| Slough Central | 196 | 51.5 | -52% |
| Elliman | 538 | 87.3 | -18% |
| Manor Park & Stoke | 540 | 67.3 | -37% |
| Upton Lea | 1,323 | 105.1 | -2% |
| Upton | 786 | 95.9 | -10% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Chalvey over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near High Street | 54 |
| On or near Ledger'S Road | 47 |
| On or near Chalvey Road West | 46 |
| On or near Spackmans Way | 42 |
| On or near Darvill'S Lane | 40 |
| On or near The Green | 38 |
| On or near Ellis Avenue | 37 |
| On or near Red Court | 28 |
| On or near Damson Grove | 27 |
| On or near Burlington Avenue | 26 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Chalvey over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 204 | 29.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 197 | 28.1% |
| Under investigation | 96 | 13.7% |
| Not recorded | 92 | 13.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 34 | 4.9% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 21 | 3.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 18 | 2.6% |
| Local resolution | 18 | 2.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 13 | 1.9% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 6 | 0.9% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.1% |
Chalvey has an estimated population of 6,552. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Chalvey sits in decile 2.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Chalvey |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 27.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 64.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 8.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 38.9% |
| Social rented homes | 20.0% |
| Private rented homes | 41.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.3 |
Is Chalvey a safe place to live?
Chalvey recorded 106.8 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Chalvey?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 281 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (92).
Is crime in Chalvey going up or down?
Recorded crime in Chalvey was up 14% on the year before: 700 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 612 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Chalvey?
Chalvey is policed by Thames Valley. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Chalvey. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.