Aston Clinton Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Aston Clinton’s crime profile in January 2026, accounting for 38.9% of all reported incidents. This category, which rose sharply by 250% compared to the previous month, remains significantly below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000 (Aston Clinton’s rate: 1.1 per 1,000). The overall crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents places the area 60.3% below the UK average of 6.8, reflecting a consistently safer environment despite the recent increase. Anti-social behaviour followed as the second most common category, contributing 22.2% of total crimes, while other theft and public order offences each accounted for 11.1%. The low rate of property crime—only 4 incidents—contrasts with the UK’s broader mix, where property crime often leads. Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns: January’s post-holiday period, shorter days, and reduced retail footfall could have contributed to fewer outdoor crimes but may have also concentrated activity in areas with higher social interaction, such as local community hubs. The low overall rate suggests that Aston Clinton’s built-up area remains relatively secure, though the sharp rise in violent incidents warrants further analysis to understand potential contributing factors, such as changes in local demographics or community dynamics.

The most significant month-on-month increase in January 2026 was in violence and sexual offences, which surged by 250% from 2 to 7 incidents. This rise, though still 56% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000, suggests a marked shift in local crime dynamics. Other theft and public order offences also doubled from zero to two each, indicating emerging patterns that may warrant closer attention. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common category, contributing 22.2% of total crimes but still 35% below the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000. The dominance of violent crime over property crime—7 violent incidents compared to 4 property crimes—contrasts with the UK’s broader mix, where property crime often leads. For residents, the daily crime rate of 1 incident per day offers a tangible measure of local risk, though it remains far lower than the UK’s average of roughly 2.2 daily incidents per 1,000 residents.

Aston Clinton's crime rate in January 2026 rose sharply compared to the previous month, increasing by 157.5% from 1.1 to 2.7 per 1,000 residents. This jump, while still significantly below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, reflects notable shifts in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day in January, a figure that, while low, highlights the concentrated nature of incidents during the month. When scaled to the population of 6,585, this translates to one reported crime occurring for every 366 residents over the course of the month—a stark contrast to the UK’s average monthly exposure, which would be far higher. This context underscores the relatively low risk environment in Aston Clinton, even as the rate has risen from its previous level. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that, despite the increase, the area remains far safer than the national average, with crime concentrated in specific categories rather than widespread across the community.