Crime in Upton, Slough: statistics, rates and trends
786 crimes were recorded in Upton, Slough in the 12 months to July 2026, 95.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Upton, Slough at a glance
- Crime trends in Upton, Slough
- Types of crime in Upton, Slough
- Upton, Slough compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Upton, Slough
- What happened after crimes were reported in Upton, Slough
- Population and deprivation in Upton, Slough
- Questions about crime in Upton, Slough
- About this data
786 crimes were recorded in Upton, Slough in the 12 months to July 2026, 95.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to 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 284 reports (36% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Upton, Slough has the 1,347th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Upton, Slough | Slough | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 786 | 17,242 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 95.9 | 103.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +4% | +7% | -1% |
| Population | 8,192 | 167,359 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Upton, Slough was highest in the year to July 2023 (1,045 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (684). Over the whole period it rose 15%, 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 | 786 | 95.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 758 | 92.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 814 | 99.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,045 | 127.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 867 | 105.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 951 | 116.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 695 | 84.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 708 | 86.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 684 | 83.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 76 |
| June 2026 | 83 |
| May 2026 | 64 |
| April 2026 | 74 |
| March 2026 | 65 |
| February 2026 | 52 |
| January 2026 | 57 |
| December 2025 | 44 |
| November 2025 | 58 |
| October 2025 | 66 |
| September 2025 | 77 |
| August 2025 | 70 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Upton, Slough 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 public order, vehicle crime, drugs.
The largest increases were in burglary (+56%) and public order (+27%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-37%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 284 | 34.7 | 1.01 | -7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 81 | 9.9 | 0.64 | +11% |
| Public order | 70 | 8.5 | 1.29 | +27% |
| Vehicle crime | 68 | 8.3 | 1.69 | +11% |
| Other theft | 56 | 6.8 | 1.07 | +10% |
| Shoplifting | 55 | 6.7 | 0.81 | -37% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 41 | 5.0 | 0.74 | -9% |
| Drugs | 41 | 5.0 | 1.53 | +141% |
| Burglary | 39 | 4.8 | 1.35 | +56% |
| Theft from the person | 13 | 1.6 | 0.94 | +160% |
| Bicycle theft | 12 | 1.5 | 1.78 | -8% |
| Other crime | 12 | 1.5 | 0.69 | +100% |
| Robbery | 8 | 1.0 | 0.72 | -20% |
| Possession of weapons | 6 | 0.7 | 0.75 | +20% |
Violence and sexual offences in Upton, Slough
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Upton, Slough recorded 284 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (34.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 36.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Upton, Slough
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Upton, Slough recorded 81 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 10.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Upton, Slough
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Upton, Slough recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 8.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Upton, Slough
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Upton, Slough recorded 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Upton, Slough
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Upton, Slough recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Upton, Slough
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Upton, Slough recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Upton, Slough
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Upton, Slough recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Upton, Slough
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Upton, Slough recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 141% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Upton, Slough
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Upton, Slough recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 56% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Upton, Slough
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Upton, Slough recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 160% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Upton, Slough
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Upton, Slough recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Upton, Slough
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Upton, Slough recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Upton, Slough
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Upton, Slough recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Upton, Slough
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Upton, Slough recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Upton, Slough, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Upton, Slough.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Upton, Slough |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upton Lea | 1,323 | 105.1 | +10% |
| Langley St Mary's | 385 | 59.1 | -38% |
| Langley Marish | 681 | 77.9 | -19% |
| Herschel Park | 2,772 | 252.3 | +163% |
| Slough Central | 196 | 51.5 | -46% |
| Elliman | 538 | 87.3 | -9% |
| Langley Foxborough | 605 | 102.3 | +7% |
| Chalvey | 700 | 106.8 | +11% |
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 Upton, Slough over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 243 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 60 |
| On or near Aldin Avenue South | 48 |
| On or near Palmerston Avenue | 38 |
| On or near Nixey Close | 31 |
| On or near Chichester Court | 27 |
| On or near Harewood Place | 22 |
| On or near Arundel Court | 22 |
| On or near Hurworth Avenue | 20 |
| On or near Upton Court Road | 20 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Upton, Slough 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 | 248 | 31.6% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 224 | 28.5% |
| Under investigation | 114 | 14.5% |
| Not recorded | 81 | 10.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 38 | 4.8% |
| Local resolution | 28 | 3.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 19 | 2.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 17 | 2.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 12 | 1.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.3% |
Upton, Slough has an estimated population of 8,192. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Upton, Slough sits in decile 6.3, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Upton, Slough |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 24.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 55.7% |
| Social rented homes | 12.4% |
| Private rented homes | 31.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.3 |
Is Upton, Slough a safe place to live?
Upton, Slough recorded 95.9 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 Upton, Slough?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 284 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (81).
Is crime in Upton, Slough going up or down?
Recorded crime in Upton, Slough was up 4% on the year before: 786 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 758 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Upton, Slough?
Upton, Slough 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 Upton, Slough. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.