The Thames Valley Police ‘Stats and data’ portal is providing residents in Slough, Berkshire, with unprecedented access to local crime figures and police activity maps. Spearheaded and funded by Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Barber, the online hub allows households to monitor local safety trends by providing data on everything from recent offences to how often officers use their powers.
The site includes specific sections for how often officers use force, stop and search records, and the use of Tasers. It also features interactive maps showing where crimes have taken place, helping the public understand trends in their own neighbourhoods. The project was designed to make the police more accountable, with the hub updated every three months and allowing users to filter information by local council area or specific crime types.
Recent figures for Slough show that the rate of violent and sexual offences was approximately 34 per 1,000 people in 2025, a small decrease compared to the previous year. Data for the town also shows that vehicle crime fell by 12.7 per cent in the 12 months leading up to late 2025.
Although the portal was first introduced in late 2024, it remains in a testing phase (Beta), with the force continuing to add more features and information. Thames Valley Police hopes that by sharing this data more openly, they can build better trust with residents across the region.
