Beaconsfield Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences remain the most significant category of crime in Beaconsfield for February 2026, contributing 26.1% of all reported incidents. This dominance, however, is tempered by the area's overall crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents, which places it 3.1% above the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. The crime profile reflects a combination of property and violent crime, with vehicle crime and shoplifting emerging as particularly pressing concerns. Vehicle crime, at 1.1 per 1,000, was 214% above the UK average, a figure that may be linked to Beaconsfield's role as a commuter hub with high traffic density. Similarly, shoplifting at 0.9 per 1,000 was 55% above the UK average, potentially driven by the town's retail presence and proximity to London. In contrast, violent crime rates—while remaining the largest single category—were 27% below the UK average, a discrepancy that could reflect the area's relatively low population density and strong community policing efforts. The seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may have contributed to the concentration of crimes in indoor spaces and commercial areas, with shoplifting and vehicle crime likely benefiting from the increased presence of out-of-town shoppers and commuters. This pattern is consistent with Beaconsfield's character as a built-up area within Buckinghamshire, where retail and transport infrastructure coexist with residential neighbourhoods, creating distinct micro-environments that influence crime distribution.

February 2026 saw a dramatic 200% increase in shoplifting and vehicle crime compared to January, with 12 incidents of shoplifting and 15 vehicle-related crimes recorded. This surge in property-related offences—now accounting for 48.9% of total crimes—contrasts sharply with the 26.1% share of violent crimes, which remained below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. The drugs category, at 8 incidents, was 161% above the UK average, suggesting a potential shift in local crime mix that warrants closer examination. Theft from the person dropped by 50% to 1 incident, while burglary also fell by 50% to 2 cases, a decrease that may reflect seasonal factors or targeted community initiatives. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of Beaconsfield's crime profile, where property crimes have become the dominant concern, particularly in the context of winter months and pre-spring lull periods.

Beaconsfield's crime rate in February 2026 rose 37.3% compared to January 2026, marking a notable shift in local crime dynamics. The daily crime count averaged 3 incidents per day across the 28-day period, a figure that reflects the area's consistent exposure to crime despite its relatively small population. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 151 residents experienced a reported crime, a ratio that contextualises the scale of incidents within the community. This monthly exposure rate is particularly striking when considering Beaconsfield's population of 13,889, highlighting the density of crime relative to its size. While the daily figure provides a snapshot of activity, the monthly aggregate underscores the cumulative impact on residents, suggesting that crime remains a persistent concern even in a built-up area typically associated with lower crime rates. This contrast with the previous month's rate of 4.8 per 1,000 further illustrates the volatility of crime patterns in Beaconsfield.