Amersham Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Amersham’s crime profile in September 2023 was defined by an unusually high proportion of violent crimes compared to other categories. With 35 incidents reported—accounting for 46.1% of the total 76 crimes—the area’s violent crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000 was 23% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This discrepancy highlights the area’s generally low levels of violent crime, consistent with its status as a largely residential, suburban community within Buckinghamshire. The overall crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000, 43.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, further reinforces this pattern, though the high share of violence contrasts with the typically lower rates seen in similar areas. Seasonal context may offer partial insight: as September marked the return to school and university freshers’ week, increased foot traffic in town centres could have contributed to the 46.1% share of violent incidents. However, the absence of a corresponding rise in public order offences—down 33.3% from August—suggests that localised factors, such as community engagement or policing strategies, may have mitigated potential spikes. Property crimes, including burglary and vehicle crime, remained low at 0.3 and 0.4 per 1,000 respectively, though the 150% increase in burglary cases from August to September raises questions about targeted activity or seasonal vulnerabilities. a direct link, but the timing aligns with the transition from summer to autumn, a period when property crime rates in other areas often rise. Overall, Amersham’s crime profile in September 2023 illustrates a balance between relative safety and occasional spikes in specific categories, a dynamic that reflects the interplay of local demographics and broader national trends.

September 2023 saw sharp increases in burglary (+150%) and bicycle theft (+100%), with incidents rising from two to five and one to two respectively. These jumps may partly explain the 46.1% share of violent crimes, which remain 23% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 33.3% to six incidents, a decrease consistent with the start of the school term and reduced nightlife activity. Other crime, including incidents classified as 'other theft' and 'other crime,' rose by 100% to three cases, a category that is 43% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This outlier suggests potential underreporting or unique local factors. Residents may find the 4.5 per 1,000 rate particularly relevant, as it places Amersham among the safest areas in the UK for this period.

Amersham’s crime rate remained stable at 4.5 per 1,000 in September 2023, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no significant shift in overall crime trends. Daily crime activity averaged three incidents per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s relatively small population of 16,723. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 220 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s generally low crime profile. Compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, Amersham’s rate is 43.8% lower, a gap that aligns with the broader trend of rural and suburban areas typically recording fewer crimes than densely populated urban centres. This population-scaled perspective highlights how even a modest number of incidents can feel significant in a tightly knit community, though any direct correlation between population density and crime rates in this specific case.