Beaconsfield Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Beaconsfield's crime rate in January 2025 remained at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.3% below the UK average of 7.1. This performance reflects the area's character as a built-up district within Buckinghamshire, where crime patterns differ from larger urban centres. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of incidents (33.3% of total crimes), followed by vehicle crime (14.8%) and public order offences (9.9%). These figures align with the area's demographic profile, where retail presence and commuter traffic influence certain crime types. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday period with reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours—appears to have contributed to lower outdoor crime rates compared to the preceding months. Violence and sexual offences in Beaconsfield were 24% below the UK average (1.9 vs 2.5 per 1,000), consistent with the area's lower population density and more residential character. However, vehicle crime remained significantly higher than the UK average (0.9 vs 0.4 per 1,000), likely due to the area's road infrastructure and commuter traffic patterns. The overall crime rate, while showing minor fluctuations, remains within a stable range typical for this time of year, with no single category dominating the statistics to an alarming extent.

The most dramatic shift in January 2025 was the 300% increase in 'other crime' category, which rose from 1 to 4 incidents. This jump, though still low in absolute terms, suggests emerging patterns that warrant closer attention. Concurrently, public order offences surged by 166.7%, rising from 3 to 8 cases, potentially linked to post-holiday disruptions or increased community gatherings. Robbery also doubled from 1 to 2 incidents, though this remains within the UK average for the category. In contrast, shoplifting fell by 33.3% (6 to 4) and other theft dropped 70% (10 to 3), possibly reflecting reduced foot traffic during January's post-Christmas lull. Vehicle crime decreased by 25%, from 16 to 12, a trend that contrasts with the category's 120% above UK average. Residents might find the 120% above UK average for vehicle crime particularly relevant, as it highlights a persistent vulnerability despite the month-on-month decline.

Beaconsfield's crime rate in January 2025 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 2.5% decrease from the previous month's 6.0. This small decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of January, when reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours tend to dampen outdoor crime. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 3 crimes reported each day, a figure that remains consistent with historical trends for this time of year. When scaled to the local population of 13,889, this equates to one reported crime for every 171 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, it's important to note that Beaconsfield's built-up character within Buckinghamshire contributes to a distinct crime profile compared to larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective highlights that the crime burden remains relatively light, with no single category dominating the statistics to an alarming extent.