Hazlemere Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Hazlemere’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 2.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 66.2% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This places the area among the safest in the country, with its crime profile shaped by a combination of local demographics and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of incidents (42.2%), followed by anti-social behaviour (13.3%) and other crime (8.9%). The dominance of violent crime may reflect the area’s built-up character within Buckinghamshire, where social interactions and community dynamics could influence such statistics. However, the rate remains significantly lower than the UK average for this category, with violence in Hazlemere being 60% below the national figure. Seasonal context also plays a role: January’s post-holiday period, reduced retail footfall, and shorter days may contribute to the lower incidence of shoplifting and other outdoor crimes typically associated with busier months. While the overall rate is low, the data reveals a nuanced picture, with certain categories—such as drug-related offences—showing notable month-on-month increases. This suggests that while Hazlemere benefits from a generally safe environment, targeted local factors may influence specific crime trends.

January 2026 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Drug-related offences and possession of weapons both rose by 100% compared to December, with each category moving from zero to one reported incident. Shoplifting also increased by 100%, rising from one to two cases, potentially reflecting post-holiday retail activity or shifts in local behaviour. Conversely, burglary and criminal damage and arson both declined sharply, by 60% and 40% respectively, which may align with seasonal patterns of reduced outdoor activity during shorter winter days. Violent crimes remained the largest single category, comprising 42.2% of total incidents—60% below the UK average for this category. This stark contrast with the national picture highlights Hazlemere’s unique position, where violent crime, though present, is less frequent than in other parts of the UK.

Hazlemere’s crime rate in January 2026 rose to 2.3 per 1,000 residents, a 21.2% increase from December’s 1.9 per 1,000. This places the area firmly within the lower end of the UK’s national picture, where the average rate stands at 6.8 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the month, a figure that may seem low but reflects the small population of 19,201 residents. When scaled to monthly exposure, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 427 residents over the course of the month. While the increase from December is notable, the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as the area’s character as a built-up district within Buckinghamshire—may contribute to its consistently low crime profile. The population-scaled perspective further underscores the rarity of crime in Hazlemere, even as the rate fluctuates slightly month-on-month.