Buckingham Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Buckingham, the likelihood of experiencing a crime in January 2024 was remarkably low, with a rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents—47.3% below the UK average. This figure translates to one reported crime for every 255 residents over the course of the month, illustrating a community where daily life is generally free from criminal disruption. The crime profile in January was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 33.3% of all incidents (21 cases), though this category was 50% below the UK average. Other theft (20.6%) and anti-social behaviour (9.5%) followed, with the latter also significantly underperforming the national benchmark by 60%. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday, shorter days, and reduced retail activity—likely contributed to lower rates of shoplifting and public order offences, which fell by 50% and 38% respectively. While violence and sexual offences decreased by 38.2% from December, the drop in criminal damage and arson (57.1%) further reinforced the impact of colder weather on outdoor crimes. These trends suggest that Buckingham’s built-up area, located within Buckinghamshire, benefits from a combination of geographic factors and community dynamics that temper crime risks, even as specific categories like other theft occasionally rise above UK averages.

January 2024 saw notable shifts in Buckingham’s crime profile, with theft from the person doubling to 2 incidents—a stark contrast to the previous month’s zero cases. This increase, alongside a 66.7% rise in vehicle crime (from 3 to 5), suggests evolving patterns in personal and transport-related vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 57.1% (from 7 to 3), aligning with typical January trends of reduced outdoor activity and colder weather limiting opportunities for such offences. Violence and sexual offences also declined by 38.2% (from 34 to 21), a drop that may reflect seasonal factors such as post-holiday lulls and shorter evenings. Shoplifting fell by 50% (from 4 to 2), consistent with reduced retail footfall during the post-Christmas period. While other theft rose to 13 incidents—40% above the UK average—this category remained relatively low in absolute terms. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic interplay between local conditions and crime trends, offering residents and authorities insights into areas requiring targeted attention.

Buckingham's January 2024 crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents marks a 13.7% decrease from the previous month's 4.5, reflecting a continuing trend of reduced incidents. Over 31 days, this equates to approximately 2 crimes per day—a figure that, while not negligible, aligns with the area’s generally low-risk profile compared to the UK average. On a monthly scale, the data suggests that one in every 255 residents experienced a reported crime, a ratio that underscores the relatively safe environment Buckingham maintains. When contextualised against the area’s population of 16,080, this monthly exposure rate highlights the rarity of crime in everyday interactions. The drop in overall crime is consistent with seasonal patterns, as January typically sees reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, which may curtail opportunities for certain types of crime. This contrast with the UK’s broader crime profile further illustrates Buckingham’s distinct character as a built-up area within Buckinghamshire, where community-focused policing and local initiatives likely contribute to sustained stability.