Buckingham Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Buckingham’s September 2024 crime profile reveals a striking equilibrium between violent and property crimes, a balance that diverges from the UK-wide trend where property crimes typically dominate. With 31 violent crimes and 30 property crimes reported, the area’s overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents places it 40.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000—a disparity that underscores the effectiveness of local policing or the influence of Buckingham’s unique social and economic character. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.9% of all crimes, a figure that, while significant, remains 27% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the area’s relatively stable community environment. Other theft (12.2%) and criminal damage and arson (9.5%) followed as the next most common categories, with the latter’s 29% deficit against the UK average suggesting strong community engagement in preventing vandalism. Seasonal factors may also play a role, as September’s back-to-school period and the onset of shorter evenings could influence both violent crime (linked to increased social interactions) and property crime (associated with higher foot traffic in retail areas). This balance between violent and property crimes, combined with the area’s consistently low rates relative to the UK, indicates a community where crime prevention efforts appear to be working, though the equal distribution of crime types may warrant closer attention to underlying factors such as youth activity, economic pressures, or seasonal shifts in population.

September 2024 saw stark fluctuations in specific crime categories, with burglary, robbery, and other crime each doubling compared to August, indicating sudden spikes in these areas. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 75% (from 4 to 1), a drop that may reflect seasonal changes as the nights lengthen and fewer vehicles remain parked in public spaces. The balance between violent and property crimes—31 and 30 respectively—shifts the focus from the typical UK trend, where property crimes often outnumber violent ones. Violence and sexual offences remained 27% below the UK average (1.9 vs 2.6 per 1,000), suggesting local factors such as community cohesion or policing strategies may contribute to this divergence. For residents, the 41% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average (0.4 vs 0.7 per 1,000) could signal effective retail security measures or a lower footfall in commercial areas during the back-to-school period.

Buckingham's crime rate in September 2024 (4.6 per 1,000 residents) marks an 8.7% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.0 per 1,000, reflecting a consistent trend of moderation in local crime levels. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of two crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that aligns with the area’s generally low crime profile compared to national averages. When viewed through the lens of monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 217 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. This statistic is particularly noteworthy given Buckingham’s position as a commuter hub and historic town, where a mix of residential and commercial activity typically influences crime patterns. The population-scaled perspective highlights that even with a small number of incidents, the distribution across Buckingham’s 16,080 residents suggests a community where crime remains a rare but not entirely absent concern.