Buckingham Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Buckingham's November 2025 crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents places the built-up area 52.1% below the UK average, a position that underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 43.9% of all incidents, significantly below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (38% below). This suggests that while violent crime remains a concern, its frequency in Buckingham is lower than the national benchmark. Shoplifting and other theft followed closely, with shoplifting at 1.6 per 1,000 (37% below UK average) and other theft at 0.3 per 1,000 (41% below). The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—adds a layer of complexity to interpreting these figures. The timing of Black Friday may have influenced shoplifting rates, though the 50% increase from the previous month's four incidents to six remains modest. Meanwhile, the lower-than-expected rates for property crimes, such as burglary (0.2 per 1,000, 33% below UK average) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000, 75% below), suggest that targeted measures in high-risk areas may be working. The contrast between these property crime trends and the higher-than-average rate for 'other crime' (0.3 per 1,000, 87% above UK average) indicates a need for further investigation into the nature of this category, which may include unclassified or emerging forms of criminal activity. The overall pattern reflects a community that, while not immune to crime, has managed to maintain a safety profile well above the national average through a combination of local policing, community engagement, and seasonal awareness.

The month-on-month data reveals a mix of trends, with three categories showing significant reductions. Anti-social behaviour fell by 40%, from five to three incidents, likely reflecting the impact of local initiatives or seasonal shifts in community activity. Other theft also decreased by 37.5%, possibly linked to increased awareness or enforcement during the shopping season. Criminal damage and arson dropped by 33.3%, a decline that may be attributed to heightened vigilance around Bonfire Night events. However, some categories saw notable increases: 'other crime' doubled from two to four incidents, and drugs-related offences rose from zero to three, a 100% jump. Shoplifting also increased by 50%, from four to six incidents, driven by Black Friday shopping activity. These shifts highlight the dual nature of the area's crime profile, where targeted efforts may have curbed certain issues while new challenges emerge. The fact that violence and sexual offences remain the most common crime type—accounting for 43.9% of all incidents—suggests ongoing priorities for local policing.

Buckingham's crime rate in November 2025 rose by 9.6% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.2 to 3.5 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a slight upward trend, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with crime rates 52.1% below the national figure. Locally, this translates to roughly two crimes reported per day across the built-up area, a manageable frequency for a community of 16,080 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 282 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure in terms of population density. This rate is lower than the UK's typical monthly exposure, though the recent increase suggests a need for continued monitoring. The rise in 'other crime'—which saw a 100% increase from two to four incidents—adds a layer of complexity, as this category often includes less predictable or unclassified offences. However, the overall trajectory remains one of sustained safety, with most categories maintaining strong performance relative to national benchmarks.