Gerrards Cross Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 7,247 residents, Gerrards Cross reported 33 crimes in November 2023, translating to 4.6 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 38.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, reflecting a safer environment overall. Property crimes dominated the landscape, accounting for 21 incidents (63.6% of total), with burglary being the most prevalent category at 14 cases (42.4% of total crimes). The local burglary rate of 1.9 per 1,000 residents—459% above the UK average—suggests a significant disparity in this specific category. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as November’s dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping could have influenced criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 24.2% of crimes, a rate 58% below the UK average, possibly linked to the area’s quieter, more residential character. The data illustrates a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with property crime remaining a focal point for community safety efforts.

November 2023 saw a 75% increase in burglaries, rising from 8 to 14 cases. This surge, coupled with a 100% jump in bicycle theft and other crime, suggests heightened vulnerability during darker evenings and seasonal events like Bonfire Night. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by two-thirds, and vehicle crime fell by 60%, possibly reflecting reduced foot traffic during the post-Christmas shopping period. Burglary’s local rate of 1.9 per 1,000 residents—459% above the UK average—contrasts sharply with the 58% lower rate of violence and sexual offences. Residents might find the 1-in-220 monthly exposure figure useful for assessing risk, though the stark disparity in burglary rates indicates a need for tailored security measures. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, influenced by both seasonal factors and local demographics.

Gerrards Cross recorded 33 crimes in November 2023, a 15.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with the 1-in-220 residents figure for monthly exposure, which contextualises the scale of crime relative to the area’s population of 7,247. Daily crime activity averaged one reported incident per day, a figure that may reflect the built-up area’s compact footprint and community policing efforts. When compared to the UK average, Gerrards Cross remains safer, with its overall crime rate 38.7% below the national average. However, the local burglary rate of 1.9 per 1,000 residents—459% above the UK average—highlights a specific vulnerability. This contrast underscores the importance of targeted interventions, such as enhanced lighting in high-risk areas, which could align with seasonal patterns like darker evenings in November. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the overall rate is low, certain crime types demand focused attention.