Crime in Finchampstead: statistics, rates and trends
490 crimes were recorded in Finchampstead in the 12 months to July 2026, 39.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Finchampstead at a glance
- Crime trends in Finchampstead
- Types of crime in Finchampstead
- Finchampstead compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Finchampstead
- What happened after crimes were reported in Finchampstead
- Population and deprivation in Finchampstead
- Questions about crime in Finchampstead
- About this data
490 crimes were recorded in Finchampstead in the 12 months to July 2026, 39.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 165 reports (34% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Finchampstead has the 3,457th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Finchampstead | Wokingham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 490 | 8,392 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 39.7 | 44.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +4% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 12,344 | 187,200 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Finchampstead was highest in the year to July 2019 (525 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (401). Over the whole period it rose 22%, 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 | 490 | 39.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 472 | 38.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 483 | 39.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 499 | 40.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 458 | 37.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 504 | 40.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 489 | 39.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 525 | 42.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 401 | 32.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 57 |
| June 2026 | 47 |
| May 2026 | 32 |
| April 2026 | 45 |
| March 2026 | 49 |
| February 2026 | 39 |
| January 2026 | 31 |
| December 2025 | 31 |
| November 2025 | 31 |
| October 2025 | 33 |
| September 2025 | 38 |
| August 2025 | 57 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Finchampstead 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. The largest increases were in shoplifting (+82%) and other theft (+53%).
The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-24%) and violence and sexual offences (-13%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 165 | 13.4 | 0.39 | -13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 72 | 5.8 | 0.38 | -24% |
| Shoplifting | 60 | 4.9 | 0.59 | +82% |
| Other theft | 52 | 4.2 | 0.66 | +53% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 39 | 3.2 | 0.47 | +11% |
| Public order | 31 | 2.5 | 0.38 | +3% |
| Burglary | 23 | 1.9 | 0.53 | +44% |
| Vehicle crime | 22 | 1.8 | 0.36 | +29% |
| Other crime | 12 | 1.0 | 0.46 | +50% |
| Drugs | 8 | 0.6 | 0.20 | -11% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.2 | 0.25 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.2 | 0.20 | +100% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.06 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Finchampstead
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Finchampstead recorded 165 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 33.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Finchampstead
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Finchampstead recorded 72 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 14.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Finchampstead
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Finchampstead recorded 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 82% on the year before. It made up 12.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Finchampstead
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Finchampstead recorded 52 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 53% on the year before. It made up 10.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Finchampstead
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Finchampstead recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Finchampstead
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Finchampstead recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Finchampstead
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Finchampstead recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 44% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Finchampstead
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Finchampstead recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Finchampstead
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Finchampstead recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Finchampstead
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Finchampstead recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Finchampstead
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Finchampstead recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Finchampstead
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Finchampstead recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Finchampstead
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Finchampstead recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Finchampstead, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Finchampstead.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Finchampstead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barkham & Arborfield | 457 | 51.8 | +31% |
| Evendons | 261 | 26.8 | -33% |
| Wokingham Without | 194 | 22.4 | -44% |
| Wescott | 788 | 72.5 | +83% |
| Emmbrook | 485 | 43.6 | +10% |
| Norreys | 397 | 42.1 | +6% |
| Winnersh | 546 | 47.5 | +20% |
| Hawkedon | 541 | 50.6 | +27% |
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 Finchampstead over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 66 |
| On or near Park Lane | 36 |
| On or near Acre Drive | 32 |
| On or near Firs Close | 26 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 20 |
| On or near Gorse Ride South | 13 |
| On or near Corn Path | 12 |
| On or near Lower Wokingham Road | 11 |
| On or near Glover Crescent | 11 |
| On or near Arnett Avenue | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Finchampstead 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 180 | 36.7% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 106 | 21.6% |
| Not recorded | 72 | 14.7% |
| Under investigation | 65 | 13.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 30 | 6.1% |
| Local resolution | 12 | 2.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 1.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 6 | 1.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 1.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.6% |
Finchampstead has an estimated population of 12,344. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Finchampstead sits in decile 8.9, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Finchampstead |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 85.3% |
| Social rented homes | 6.6% |
| Private rented homes | 8.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.9 |
Is Finchampstead a safe place to live?
Finchampstead recorded 39.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than 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 Finchampstead?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 165 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (72).
Is crime in Finchampstead going up or down?
Recorded crime in Finchampstead was up 4% on the year before: 490 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 472 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Finchampstead?
Finchampstead 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 Finchampstead. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.