Buckinghamshire Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Buckinghamshire, 4.9 crimes were reported in February 2024, placing the area 31.0% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of approximately one crime for every 10 residents over the course of the month, though the distribution of crime types reveals distinct patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.9% of all crimes, a category where Buckinghamshire’s rate of 1.9 per 1,000 was 24% below the UK average. This may partly explain the area’s overall lower crime rate, as violent crime tends to dominate national statistics. Vehicle crime, at 0.5 per 1,000, was 14% above the UK average, likely reflecting the county’s extensive road networks and commuter traffic. Other theft (0.5 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000) were both below UK averages, consistent with Buckinghamshire’s character as a mix of rural and urban areas where community cohesion may temper disorder. The winter month of February, with its low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull, may have contributed to the relatively low overall crime rate compared to busier periods. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences suggests that indoor environments—such as homes, pubs, and social spaces—remain critical areas for policing and public awareness.

February 2024 saw a 13.0% increase in other theft, rising from 238 to 269 incidents, and a 12.9% rise in drug-related crimes, up from 70 to 79. These increases may reflect seasonal factors, such as the post-holiday period or shifts in illicit activity during colder months. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 31.8% (22 to 15), possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity and shorter daylight hours deterring theft from parked bikes. The crime mix also showed a marked contrast to UK averages: violence and sexual offences were 24% below the national rate, while vehicle crime was 14% above. This divergence highlights the area’s unique profile, where transportation infrastructure may drive vehicle-related crime but community-focused policing could reduce violent incidents. For residents, the 14% above UK average for vehicle crime is a concrete data point worth noting, suggesting that drivers should remain vigilant in high-traffic zones. The sharp decline in bicycle theft, meanwhile, indicates that existing measures—such as secure parking or increased patrols—may be effective, offering a potential model for addressing other property crimes.

Buckinghamshire’s crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 in February 2024 marked a 7.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.3, reflecting a downward trend that aligns with the seasonal lull of winter. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 98 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the risk as a localised, manageable level rather than an overwhelming presence. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 204 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low likelihood of any individual being directly affected. This is particularly notable when compared to the UK average, where the same exposure would occur more frequently. The population context—Buckinghamshire’s 578,772 residents—further illustrates that the 2,840 total crimes were spread across a large and diverse area, diluting the per-person impact. The combination of a decreasing monthly rate, low daily frequency, and a population-scaled perspective suggests that Buckinghamshire’s crime profile remains stable and, by UK standards, comparatively safe. However, the above-average vehicle crime rate and the specific increases in drug-related offences highlight areas where targeted interventions could further reduce risk.