Hazlemere Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 brought an unexpected surge in 'Other crime' to Hazlemere, a built-up area within Buckinghamshire, marking the most striking shift in the month’s crime profile. With an overall crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 61.6% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a gap that highlights its relative safety compared to the national context. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.5% of all crimes, a figure that, while significant, is 53% below the UK average. This may reflect Hazlemere’s demographic makeup as a largely residential community with fewer high-risk environments such as late-night venues. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and prolonged darkness—likely influenced patterns, though the sudden rise in 'Other crime' remains unexplained. Anti-social behaviour and other theft followed as the next most common categories, both of which were well below national averages. The low levels of property crime, such as burglary and vehicle crime, suggest that Hazlemere’s compact, low-density layout may limit opportunities for such offences. While the overall crime rate dropped slightly from the previous month, the emergence of 'Other crime' raises questions about the nature of these incidents and whether they indicate a new trend or an oversight in reporting. Residents may find reassurance in the area’s consistent safety record, but the anomaly in 'Other crime' deserves closer attention in future analyses.

November 2025 saw a 100% increase in 'Other crime' cases, rising from zero to two incidents—a sudden emergence of an underreported category that may reflect changes in policing focus or unaddressed issues. Meanwhile, 'Other theft' rose by 75%, potentially linked to Black Friday shopping activity. Conversely, 'Criminal damage and arson' fell by 83.3%, due to heightened community awareness around Bonfire Night. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark contrast with the UK average: violence and sexual offences in Hazlemere are 53% below the national rate, a disparity that may stem from the area’s character as a largely residential built-up area with fewer nightlife venues. For residents, the sharp rise in 'Other crime' is a direct data point to consider, even if its nature remains unclear without further investigation.

Hazlemere’s crime rate in November 2025 fell by 10.1% compared to the previous month, dropping from 3.1 to 2.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the broader trend of reduced crime during the autumn period, though local factors may play a role. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of two reported crimes per day, a figure that remains low compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 362 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively safe environment in Hazlemere despite its proximity to larger urban centres. When scaled to the local population of 19,201, this means that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is minimal, with the majority of residents unaffected. However, the drop in the crime rate does not eliminate the need for vigilance, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or during events like Bonfire Night, which may temporarily alter patterns of activity and risk.