Amersham Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 saw a sharp rise in theft from the person, doubling from zero to one incident—a stark anomaly in an otherwise stable crime picture. Amersham’s overall crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents placed it 59.4% below the UK average of 6.4, reflecting a consistently low-crime environment. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.9% of all crimes, followed by other theft (11.4%) and anti-social behaviour (9.1%). This distribution contrasts with national trends, where violence typically makes up around 53% of all crimes. The winter month’s low outdoor activity likely contributed to the pre-spring lull, with fewer opportunities for crimes like burglary or vehicle theft. However, the unexpected spike in theft from the person—despite minimal foot traffic—raises questions about localized factors. The area’s built-up nature within Buckinghamshire may limit such incidents, yet this anomaly suggests either a transient event or a shift in criminal activity patterns. Seasonal factors, such as reduced visibility in darker evenings, may have played a role. The data underscores Amersham’s safety but highlights the need for vigilance in unexpected areas of vulnerability.

February 2026 brought contrasting trends in Amersham’s crime profile. Theft from the person surged by 100%, jumping from zero to one incident—a sudden spike with no clear precedent in the data. This anomaly stood in stark contrast to the 77.8% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from nine to two incidents, likely reflecting reduced outdoor activity during winter. Shoplifting also rose by 50%, increasing from two to three cases, possibly linked to seasonal retail patterns. Meanwhile, public order offences and drugs-related crimes both declined sharply, with public order falling 66.7% (from three to one) and drugs-related crimes dropping 62.5% (from eight to three). These decreases may align with the winter lull, when nightlife and social gatherings diminish. Violence and sexual offences remained 53% below the UK average, with 1.1 per 1,000 residents compared to the national rate of 2.3. This persistent gap suggests Amersham’s community dynamics—lower population density or effective local policing—contribute to its relative safety. Residents may find the 100% increase in theft from the person particularly concerning, as it highlights the potential for even small-scale crimes to disrupt daily life.

Amersham’s crime rate in February 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents) marked a 39.0% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.3, reinforcing its position as a low-crime area. This reduction brings the monthly exposure to one reported crime for every 380 residents—a figure that, while low, underscores the importance of continued vigilance. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly two crimes per day, a rate that remains well below the UK average. The comparison to the previous month highlights the volatility of crime patterns, even in areas with generally stable rates. For example, vehicle crime—a category often influenced by commuter activity—fell sharply from nine to two incidents, likely due to fewer people traveling during the winter months. This drop aligns with seasonal trends observed in built-up areas, where reduced traffic and shorter daylight hours limit opportunities for such crimes. The 1-in-380 resident statistic, while seemingly abstract, provides a concrete measure of how infrequently crimes occur in Amersham relative to its population of 16,723. For residents, this means the likelihood of being directly affected by crime remains minimal, though the recent rise in theft from the person serves as a reminder that even small increases can have significant local impacts.