Buckinghamshire Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Buckinghamshire, 4.4 crimes were recorded in February 2025 — 34.3% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime for every 230 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises safety in everyday terms. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 37.3% of all reported incidents, followed closely by shoplifting (10.4%) and anti-social behaviour (10.4%). These figures align with the seasonal rhythm of a winter month, where reduced outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may contribute to shifts in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences in Buckinghamshire were 32% below the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the area's character as a mix of commuter suburbs and rural districts with lower population density and fewer high-traffic urban zones. Shoplifting, while still below the UK average, saw a notable increase of 13.9% compared to January, linked to post-holiday retail activity or seasonal retail promotions. Anti-social behaviour, also significantly below the UK average (48% lower), may be influenced by the area's quieter winter months and fewer large-scale events. The overall crime rate suggests that residents face a lower likelihood of encountering crime compared to the national average, though local variations in crime types highlight the need for targeted awareness.

February 2025 saw a 13.9% increase in shoplifting compared to January, with 262 incidents reported — a rise from 230 in the previous month. This uptick may be tied to post-Christmas retail promotions or increased foot traffic in retail hubs during early February. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 58.3% (from 12 to 5 incidents), likely reflecting reduced outdoor activity during colder weather and fewer opportunities for theft in the winter months. Other crime also declined by 27.6%, with incidents dropping from 87 to 63, suggesting a quieter month for non-specific criminal activity. Public order offences fell by 23.8% (227 to 173), possibly due to fewer large events or gatherings in February compared to the preceding month. Violence and sexual offences remained 32% below the UK average, with a rate of 1.6 per 1,000 residents. This could be attributed to Buckinghamshire's mix of suburban and rural areas, where higher population dispersion may reduce opportunities for certain types of violent crime. The decline in public order offences offers a practical insight for residents: fewer disturbances in public spaces during February, which may be linked to seasonal patterns of lower attendance at events or reduced social gatherings.

Buckinghamshire's crime rate in February 2025 dropped by 11.8% compared to January, falling from 4.9 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline places the area's monthly crime rate in a broader context of seasonal trends, with the winter months typically showing lower overall crime compared to the summer. On a daily basis, 90 crimes were reported in February — a figure that provides a tangible snapshot of the local crime environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 230 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low risk faced by Buckinghamshire's population. When viewed against the UK average, this 34.3% deficit highlights the area's distinct position in the national crime profile. The population-scaled perspective reveals that a resident in Buckinghamshire is less likely to encounter crime compared to someone in a typical UK region, a trend consistent with the area's mix of commuter suburbs and rural communities. The drop in public order offences and bicycle theft further illustrates how seasonal factors — such as reduced outdoor activity and fewer social events — can influence crime patterns, offering residents a clearer picture of how their everyday environment shapes safety outcomes.