Hazlemere Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 19,201, Hazlemere reported 59 crimes in October 2025, translating to a crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents—59.7% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This places Hazlemere among the safer built-up areas in the UK, though local patterns reveal a nuanced picture. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (21 cases, 35.6% of total), followed by burglary (7 cases) and vehicle crime (6 cases). These figures align with the area's character as a relatively low-density built-up area within Buckinghamshire, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to lower overall crime rates. Seasonal factors also play a role, as October's shorter days and Halloween festivities could influence patterns of antisocial behaviour and public order offences. The rate of violence and sexual offences (1.1 per 1,000) is 59% below the UK average, suggesting a combination of local social dynamics and effective policing strategies. Meanwhile, burglary (0.4 per 1,000) is 33% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect the area's proximity to rural zones with higher property values or increased visibility of homes during darker evenings. Vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and antisocial behaviour (0.3 per 1,000) are both significantly below national averages, consistent with the area's lower traffic density and community-focused policing efforts. These data points illustrate a crime profile shaped by both geographic and demographic factors, with Hazlemere's lower population density acting as a buffer against some types of crime while presenting unique challenges in others.

The most significant month-on-month change was a 300% increase in public order offences, rising from 1 to 4 cases. This surge, while modest in absolute terms, may reflect the impact of Halloween activities and the transition to darker evenings. Burglary also saw a 250% increase, jumping from 2 to 7 cases—a sharp rise that could be linked to seasonal factors such as holiday-related home leave or increased property visibility during shorter daylight hours. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 45.5%, from 11 to 6, due to reduced outdoor activity as temperatures dropped. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 35.6% of total crimes, remained 59% below the UK average, a consistent trend that suggests Hazlemere's lower population density and strong community networks may act as a protective factor. Vehicle crime, meanwhile, dropped by 33.3%, aligning with national trends that often see a decline in vehicle-related offences during the autumn months.

Hazlemere's crime rate in October 2025 (3.1 per 1,000) marked a 20.3% decline from the previous month's rate of 3.9 per 1,000, reflecting a continued trend of stability in the area's crime profile. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately 2 crimes reported per day—a figure that, while not negligible, is lower than many comparable built-up areas in the UK. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 325 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in this community. When compared to the UK average, Hazlemere's rate remains significantly lower, a position that may be attributed to its built-up yet low-density nature within Buckinghamshire. This combination of factors—community cohesion, lower population density, and seasonal adjustments—likely contributes to the area's sustained safety record, even as specific crime types fluctuate in response to local conditions.