Amersham Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2023, Amersham's crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents places it 47.2% below the UK average, reflecting a consistently safer environment than the national profile. This built-up area within Buckinghamshire experiences a crime profile shaped by its likely character as a commuter town or market area, where property crimes and public order issues dominate. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all reported crimes, followed by other theft (15.9%) and public order offences (15.9%). These figures are consistent with seasonal patterns, as December's dark evenings and festive shopping activity may contribute to higher reports of public disorder and theft. Amersham's violent crime rate is 50% below the UK average, suggesting a lower incidence of personal safety threats compared to many other areas. The low rate of shoplifting (0.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) further indicates that traditional urban crime drivers—such as high foot traffic or commercial activity—are not central to the area's crime dynamics. The contrast with the UK average underscores the importance of local context: while larger cities may struggle with higher levels of violence and property crime, Amersham's relatively low population density and more stable community structures appear to mitigate these risks. This data illustrates a place where crime is not only infrequent but also less severe than the national trend, with the majority of incidents falling into categories that may be more easily managed through targeted local initiatives.

December saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with drugs-related offences doubling from 1 to 2 incidents, and burglary cases increasing by 100% from 4 to 8. These rises, though modest in absolute terms, may partly reflect seasonal dynamics, such as increased social gatherings during the festive period or temporary disruptions in home security due to holiday absences. Conversely, criminal damage and arson decreased by 22.2%, possibly linked to fewer outdoor activities during colder weather. Violence and sexual offences remained significantly below the UK average, with 1.3 per 1,000 residents—50% lower than the national rate of 2.6 per 1,000. This contrast highlights Amersham's unique profile, where violent crime is less prevalent than in many comparable areas. For residents, the 100% increase in burglary is a key data point to consider, suggesting heightened vigilance may be warranted during the festive season when homes are more likely to be unoccupied.

Amersham's December 2023 crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents marks a 6.8% increase from the previous month's 3.5 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 265 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Daily crime counts averaged approximately 2 incidents per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure into a more tangible, everyday metric. This rate remains significantly below the UK average, with 47.2% fewer crimes than the national figure of 7.2 per 1,000. The population context further highlights the disparity: with 16,723 residents, Amersham's crime profile is shaped by its likely character as a quieter, more affluent commuter town or market area, where crime is less prevalent than in larger urban centres. The modest month-on-month rise contrasts with the area's overall safety, suggesting that local factors—such as seasonal patterns or temporary spikes in specific categories—may have played a minor role.