Slough stands prominently with a
high crime rating, securing the
4th position among 25 neighboring boroughs for its crime rate. This bustling town, known for its economic vibrancy and diversity, reported 18,752 crime incidents in 2023, among a population of 158,500. This figures to a crime rate of
118.31 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a modest decrease of 2.63% compared to the prior year, indicating a positive trend towards enhancing public safety.
In Slough, the landscape of crime is heavily influenced by Violence and sexual offences, which constitute 38.4% of all reported incidents. This is followed by Vehicle crime and Public order offences, highlighting specific areas of concern for the local community and law enforcement. In contrast, crimes such as Other crime, Robbery, and Possession of weapons, though present, occur less frequently, underscoring their relative rarity within the town’s overall crime profile.
With 15 wards, Slough reveals a diverse safety landscape across its different neighborhoods. The wards of Central (Slough), Chalvey, and Foxborough witness higher crime rates, pinpointing areas where targeted interventions could foster significant improvements in safety. Conversely, Baylis and Stoke, Cippenham Green, and Haymill and Lynch Hill stand out for their lower crime rates, offering a sense of security and community to their residents.
Delving into Slough’s postcode districts, SL1, SL3, and SL2 are marked by higher crime rates, whereas SL4, SL0, and SL6 are characterized by the lowest crime rates, showcasing a variance in safety that underscores the complexity of addressing crime within the town.
Slough, with its rich tapestry of cultures and strong economic foundations, is on a trajectory towards reducing crime and enhancing the well-being of its residents, illustrating a community in transformation, committed to ensuring a safer, more inclusive environment for all.
In Slough, crime trends have exhibited significant variations. Public order offences increased by 2.92% in 2020 and saw a further increase of 7.16% in 2021, but then decreased by 1.52% in 2022 and 3.55% in 2023. Vehicle crime rose by 2.2% in 2022, after a decrease of 2.07% in 2021. Violence and sexual offences increased by 5.82% in 2020 and by 5.43% in 2021. Conversely, Anti-social behaviour saw a reduction of 2.6% in 2022 and 1.96% in 2023, and Other theft decreased by 1.66% in 2020.