Aston Clinton Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 6,585 residents, Aston Clinton reported 27 crimes in July 2024, translating to a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 people. This rate is 51.2% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, reflecting a significantly safer environment compared to the national picture. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (33.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (29.6%) and vehicle crime (18.5%). These patterns align with July’s seasonal dynamics, a peak summer month marked by school holidays, festivals, and increased outdoor activity. The lower-than-average violent crime rate may be partly explained by the area’s built-up character within Buckinghamshire, where community cohesion and local policing efforts likely contribute to reduced incidents. Vehicle crime, while lower than the UK average for most categories, saw a 74% increase compared to national figures, potentially linked to the presence of commuter routes or seasonal vehicle movements. The overall crime profile suggests a balance between active public spaces and controlled crime hotspots, with anti-social behaviour emerging as a notable focus area requiring targeted attention.

July 2024 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+300%), burglary (+100%), and violence and sexual offences (+28.6%) compared to June. Anti-social behaviour, now accounting for 29.6% of total crimes, rose from 2 to 8 incidents—a jump that may reflect heightened social activity during the summer. Vehicle crime, at 18.5% of total crimes, remains 74% above the UK average, though it is relatively low in the local context. The surge in anti-social behaviour contrasts with declines in other categories, such as criminal damage and arson (7.4% of total, 52% below UK average). These shifts highlight a seasonal trend where public spaces become more crowded, potentially increasing minor incidents. Residents might find the 74% UK-wide gap in vehicle crime useful, as it indicates local infrastructure or policing strategies may be more effective in this category. The 28.6% rise in violence and sexual offences, though modest, warrants monitoring in relation to July’s festivals and events.

Aston Clinton’s crime rate in July 2024 (4.1 per 1,000) represents a 50.2% increase from June’s 2.7 per 1,000, but it remains well below the UK average. Over the 31-day month, this equates to roughly 1 crime per day, a figure that may seem low to residents unfamiliar with national trends. Monthly exposure calculations show that, on average, one reported crime occurred for every 244 residents—a rate that underscores the area’s relative safety despite the recent uptick. When contextualised against the UK’s broader landscape, Aston Clinton’s violent crime rate (1.4 per 1,000) is 51% below the national average, suggesting robust community resilience or effective local crime prevention measures. However, the 74% gap in vehicle crime compared to the UK average raises questions about local vulnerabilities, such as unsecured parking areas or transient populations. These figures, when combined with the 300% spike in anti-social behaviour, paint a nuanced picture of a community navigating seasonal pressures while maintaining a crime profile that diverges from national norms.