Buckinghamshire Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Buckinghamshire's crime profile in November 2025 shows a striking anomaly in theft from the person, which fell to zero recorded incidents—100% below the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. This contrasts with the overall crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000, 31.5% below the UK's 7.3 per 1,000. The dominant crime type was violence and sexual offences (37.2% of all crimes), followed by other theft (10.1%) and shoplifting (8.8%). These patterns align with the area's character as a largely rural district with a mix of urban centres, where retail activity and seasonal events like Black Friday may drive some categories. However, the absence of theft from the person is notable, possibly reflecting lower foot traffic in non-tourist areas or effective local policing strategies. Violent crime rates were 26% below the UK average, consistent with Buckinghamshire's historically lower levels of violent incidents compared to major cities. Seasonal factors, including darker evenings and Bonfire Night, may have influenced property crimes. The balance between violent and property crimes suggests a combination of local demographics and environmental factors, with no single cause dominating the data.

November 2025 saw a 100% increase in possession of weapons, from 8 to 16 incidents, though this remains below the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. Robbery rates rose by 39.4% (33 to 46), a sharp increase that may reflect seasonal shopping activity or specific local incidents. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 22.5% (316 to 245), likely tied to reduced public gatherings during colder weather. Bicycle theft fell by 20% (15 to 12), possibly due to fewer cyclists in the dark evenings of November. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.9 per 1,000, were 26% below the UK average, a consistent trend for Buckinghamshire. Other theft and shoplifting also remained well below national averages, with shoplifting at 0.4 per 1,000 compared to the UK's 0.6. For residents, the 100% deficit in theft from the person—despite the month's retail focus—offers a concrete reassurance about local safety measures. These fluctuations highlight how seasonal and environmental factors can shift crime patterns without a clear overarching cause.

Buckinghamshire's crime rate in November 2025 remained stable at 5.0 per 1,000, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no major disruptions to local crime trends, though the daily crime count of 97 incidents per day (over 30 days) underscores the ongoing need for vigilance. On a population scale, 1 in 200 residents experienced a reported crime during the month—a rate significantly lower than the UK average. The area's rural character and limited urban density likely contribute to this lower exposure, with crime concentrated in specific zones like Aylesbury or Milton Keynes. The 5.0 rate is 31.5% below the UK average, a gap that reflects Buckinghamshire's historical underperformance in violent crime compared to densely populated regions. While daily figures may seem high, the monthly exposure metric provides context: for most residents, the risk of encountering crime remains low. This balance between stability and relative safety highlights the importance of maintaining local policing efforts, particularly in areas with higher retail or nightlife activity.