Crime in Tilehurst South & Holybrook: statistics, rates and trends
407 crimes were recorded in Tilehurst South & Holybrook in the 12 months to July 2026, 52.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Tilehurst South & Holybrook at a glance
- Crime trends in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
- Types of crime in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
- Tilehurst South & Holybrook compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
- What happened after crimes were reported in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
- Population and deprivation in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
- Questions about crime in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
- About this data
407 crimes were recorded in Tilehurst South & Holybrook in the 12 months to July 2026, 52.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 173 reports (43% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Tilehurst South & Holybrook has the 2,933rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Tilehurst South & Holybrook | West Berkshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 407 | 10,809 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 52.2 | 65.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 7,804 | 165,112 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Tilehurst South & Holybrook was highest in the year to July 2022 (432 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2020 (329). Over the whole period it rose 14%, 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 | 407 | 52.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 427 | 54.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 389 | 49.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 382 | 48.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 432 | 55.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 371 | 47.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 329 | 42.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 346 | 44.3 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 358 | 45.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 43 |
| June 2026 | 38 |
| May 2026 | 31 |
| April 2026 | 39 |
| March 2026 | 39 |
| February 2026 | 27 |
| January 2026 | 35 |
| December 2025 | 28 |
| November 2025 | 27 |
| October 2025 | 29 |
| September 2025 | 37 |
| August 2025 | 34 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Tilehurst South & Holybrook 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 other theft (+13%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-52%) and criminal damage and arson (-26%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 173 | 22.2 | 0.65 | +1% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 69 | 8.8 | 0.58 | -9% |
| Public order | 38 | 4.9 | 0.73 | +0% |
| Other theft | 35 | 4.5 | 0.70 | +13% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 31 | 4.0 | 0.59 | -26% |
| Shoplifting | 15 | 1.9 | 0.23 | +200% |
| Burglary | 11 | 1.4 | 0.40 | -27% |
| Vehicle crime | 10 | 1.3 | 0.26 | -52% |
| Other crime | 8 | 1.0 | 0.49 | -38% |
| Drugs | 7 | 0.9 | 0.27 | +75% |
| Robbery | 6 | 0.8 | 0.57 | +100% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.3 | 0.26 | -33% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.16 | -67% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.08 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 173 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (22.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 42.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 17.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 9.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 8.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 52% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 8 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 down 38% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 75% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Tilehurst South & Holybrook
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, 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 Tilehurst South & Holybrook, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Tilehurst South & Holybrook.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Tilehurst South & Holybrook |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tilehurst Birch Copse | 502 | 64.0 | +23% |
| Theale | 255 | 82.3 | +58% |
| Tilehurst & Purley | 387 | 34.6 | -34% |
| Burghfield & Mortimer | 823 | 83.2 | +60% |
| Bradfield | 356 | 46.6 | -11% |
| Pangbourne | 208 | 61.4 | +18% |
| Aldermaston | 250 | 58.3 | +12% |
| Basildon | 62 | 20.6 | -61% |
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 Tilehurst South & Holybrook over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Ferndale Avenue | 55 |
| On or near Ballamoor Close | 44 |
| On or near Sharnwood Drive | 33 |
| On or near Bayford Drive | 24 |
| On or near Burbidge Close | 20 |
| On or near Embrook Way | 20 |
| On or near Torcross Grove | 16 |
| On or near Langley Hall Drive | 14 |
| On or near Corsham Road | 12 |
| On or near Sweet Briar Drive | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Tilehurst South & Holybrook 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 | 138 | 33.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 108 | 26.5% |
| Not recorded | 69 | 17.0% |
| Under investigation | 46 | 11.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 23 | 5.7% |
| Local resolution | 8 | 2.0% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 1.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 4 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 1 | 0.2% |
Tilehurst South & Holybrook has an estimated population of 7,804. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Tilehurst South & Holybrook sits in decile 7.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Tilehurst South & Holybrook |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 62.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 74.7% |
| Social rented homes | 11.1% |
| Private rented homes | 14.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.8 |
Is Tilehurst South & Holybrook a safe place to live?
Tilehurst South & Holybrook recorded 52.2 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 Tilehurst South & Holybrook?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 173 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (69).
Is crime in Tilehurst South & Holybrook going up or down?
Recorded crime in Tilehurst South & Holybrook was down 5% on the year before: 407 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 427 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Tilehurst South & Holybrook?
Tilehurst South & Holybrook 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 Tilehurst South & Holybrook. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.