Haddenham Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 6,501 residents, Haddenham recorded 18 crimes in August 2024, translating to a crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 people. This figure is 65.9% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, highlighting the area's consistently low crime profile. The breakdown of incidents reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 50% of all crimes, followed by public order (16.7%) and criminal damage and arson (11.1%). These patterns are consistent with Haddenham's status as a small built-up area within Buckinghamshire, where community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to the reduced risk of violent crime. Seasonal factors also appear to influence local crime trends, with August—a peak holiday month—potentially increasing the likelihood of public order offences due to higher visitor numbers. However, the area's overall safety remains evident, as the rate of violence and sexual offences is 48% below the UK average. This contrast with the national picture is reinforced by the fact that property crimes, such as burglary and shoplifting, are also significantly below UK averages. While the exact reasons for these discrepancies are not definitive, they may reflect the area's proximity to rural landscapes, which can reduce opportunities for certain types of crime, or the presence of local initiatives that foster community engagement. The low crime rate in Haddenham also aligns with broader regional trends in Buckinghamshire, where built-up areas tend to report fewer incidents compared to larger urban centres. This suggests that the area's social fabric and geographical context play a significant role in maintaining its relatively safe environment, though the monthly data underscores the need for continued monitoring of specific categories like public order offences, which saw a sharp increase in August.

August 2024 saw a stark contrast in crime trends compared to the previous month. Public order offences surged by 200%, jumping from one incident to three, potentially linked to increased foot traffic during the summer holiday season. Shoplifting and burglary both doubled, with each category moving from zero to one incident—a shift that may reflect the seasonal presence of tourists or temporary residents in the area. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 75%, from four to one incident, likely due to the closure of local venues during August bank holidays. Violent crimes, which accounted for 50% of all incidents, decreased by 25% compared to July, a reduction that aligns with Haddenham's generally low violent crime profile. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Haddenham (1.4 per 1,000) is 48% below the UK average, suggesting that the area's social dynamics and community cohesion may play a role in deterring such incidents.

Haddenham's crime rate in August 2024 fell to 2.8 per 1,000 residents, a 30.8% drop from the previous month's rate of 4.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader trends observed in smaller built-up areas of Buckinghamshire, where seasonal fluctuations often influence local crime patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 361 residents, a figure that contextualises the low level of criminal activity in a community of just over 6,500 people. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a rate that remains markedly lower than the UK average when scaled to similar population sizes. This suggests that Haddenham's residents face a significantly reduced risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, though the monthly exposure metric highlights the importance of maintaining vigilance during periods of increased activity, such as holiday-related events or seasonal tourism.