Aston Clinton Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Aston Clinton's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 3.5 per 1,000, placing the area 54.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistent pattern of low crime levels, though the area experienced a slight upward trend compared to March's rate of 2.6 per 1,000. The most common crime types in April were violence and sexual offences (8 incidents, 34.8% of total), followed by vehicle crime (4 incidents, 17.4%) and anti-social behaviour (4 incidents, 17.4%). These figures illustrate a mixed picture, with some categories showing significant variation compared to the UK average. For instance, vehicle crime in Aston Clinton was 28% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour remained 51% below the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. The seasonal context of April, with its Easter holidays and milder spring weather, may have influenced crime patterns. Increased outdoor activity during this period could have contributed to higher vehicle crime and criminal damage, while the Easter break may have temporarily reduced public order offences. The overall crime profile of Aston Clinton suggests a built-up area with relatively low levels of violent and property crime, though specific categories show variations that could be linked to local factors such as traffic patterns, community engagement, or seasonal shifts in population activity.

April 2024 saw a sharp 300% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one to four incidents, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 28%. This surge aligns with seasonal patterns, as spring weather and Easter holidays may have increased vehicle activity in the area. Similarly, criminal damage and arson also rose by 300%, reflecting a shift in crime mix that could be linked to increased outdoor activity or unseasonable weather. In contrast, public order offences dropped by 50%, falling from two to one, a decrease that may reflect the Easter holiday period reducing public gatherings. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 34.8% of all crimes, saw a 20% decline from March, remaining 53% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, with a 100% increase from zero to four incidents, a figure that is 51% below the UK average. These shifts in crime mix highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with some categories showing marked fluctuations while others remain consistently low compared to national benchmarks.

Aston Clinton's crime rate in April 2024 rose by 35.3% compared to March's 2.6 per 1,000, reaching 3.5 per 1,000. While this marks an upward trend, the area remains 54.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. Daily crime figures show an average of one reported crime per day in April, a rate that, while low, reflects a slight increase from the previous month. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 286 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area of Buckinghamshire. This monthly exposure figure contextualises the data for local residents, showing that the likelihood of experiencing crime remains significantly lower than national averages. The population context further underscores that even with the rise in April, Aston Clinton's crime profile remains distinct from larger urban centres, where rates are typically higher due to denser populations and greater economic activity. The increase in specific crime types, such as vehicle crime and criminal damage, will be explored in greater detail in the highlights section.