Buckingham Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2025, Buckingham recorded 67 crimes across its built-up area—a rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 37.3% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This figure, when contextualised for a population of 16,080, suggests that the area remains relatively safe compared to national benchmarks. The crime profile reveals a split between violent and property offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 37.3% of total incidents (25 cases), followed by shoplifting (13.4%) and public order issues (13.4%). The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may have influenced patterns, though the rise in public order offences contrasts with the usual pre-spring lull. The area's crime mix reflects its character as a small urban centre with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, where retail environments contribute to shoplifting trends, and public areas may see spikes in disorderly conduct. Violent crime, while lower than the UK average, showed a 32.4% decrease from January, due to reduced foot traffic or colder weather deterring outdoor interactions. The balance between property and violent crime suggests that local factors, such as community policing or economic conditions, may play a role in maintaining this lower-than-average rate. However, the significant increase in public order offences raises questions about the effectiveness of local interventions during this time of year.

February 2025 saw sharp increases in shoplifting and public order offences, both doubling from the previous month's figures. This surge, from three to nine incidents each, may partly explain the shift in crime mix towards non-violent but disruptive offences. Violence and sexual offences, however, decreased by 32.4% compared to January, suggesting a possible seasonal dip in violent crime during the winter lull. Shoplifting in Buckingham remained 3% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, despite the increase. Meanwhile, public order offences in the area were 36% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, indicating a localised challenge in managing incidents such as noise or anti-social behaviour. The drop in vehicle crime, from three to one incident, aligns with the low outdoor activity typical of February, though it remains 73% below the UK average. These shifts highlight the need for targeted interventions in retail and public spaces, where the rise in shoplifting and public order issues may be linked to the area's commercial presence.

Buckingham's crime rate in February 2025 rose slightly to 4.2 per 1,000 residents, a 3.2% increase from the previous month's 4.0 per 1,000. This translates to roughly two crimes reported each day in the built-up area, a figure that, while modest, reflects the local rhythm of activity in a small urban centre. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 240 residents—a ratio that underscores the relatively low level of crime compared to larger urban areas. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Buckingham's crime profile remains significantly below the UK average, with violent crimes and property offences both contributing to this trend. While the month-on-month rise may signal shifting patterns, the overall context of a 37.3% deficit compared to national averages suggests that the area continues to benefit from factors such as community cohesion or effective local policing. These figures, when considered alongside the seasonal context of a pre-spring lull, indicate that the increase is likely tied to transient factors rather than systemic trends.