Buckinghamshire Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Buckinghamshire's crime rate in November 2025 stood at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 31.5% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This performance positions the area as one of the safer regions in the country, with notable disparities in crime types contributing to this outcome. Violence and sexual offences were the most frequently reported category, accounting for 37.2% of all crimes, followed by other theft (10.1%) and shoplifting (8.8%). These patterns align with the area's characteristics as a mix of suburban and rural communities, where retail and public spaces may drive certain types of crime. However, the most striking outlier was the complete absence of reported theft from the person, with a rate of 0.0 per 1,000 residents—100% below the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. This could reflect a combination of effective policing, lower foot traffic in key areas, or demographic factors such as a smaller proportion of tourists or transient populations. Seasonal factors, including Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, likely influenced crime dynamics. The dark evenings of November may have impacted outdoor activities, reducing opportunities for theft from the person but increasing the visibility of other crimes like anti-social behaviour. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of shoplifting compared to the UK average (37% below) suggests that retail security measures or consumer behaviour in Buckinghamshire may differ from national trends. These observations highlight the importance of local context in interpreting crime statistics, with Buckinghamshire's unique mix of environments and seasonal rhythms shaping its monthly crime profile.

November 2025 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with possession of weapons rising by 100% (from 8 to 16 incidents) and robbery increasing by 39.4% (from 33 to 46). These rises may be linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night, though no direct causal link is confirmed. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 22.5% (from 316 to 245), potentially reflecting reduced public gatherings during colder evenings. Theft from the person was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, a stark 100% reduction compared to the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. This anomaly could indicate effective local policing or the area's demographic profile, which may have fewer high-risk zones for such crimes. The category of 'other crime' also rose by 19.1% (from 68 to 81), suggesting a shift in the nature of reported incidents. These variations illustrate the combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with some areas of Buckinghamshire performing markedly better or worse than expected.

Buckinghamshire's crime rate in November 2025 remained stable at 5.0 per 1,000 residents compared to the previous month, reflecting no significant shifts in overall criminal activity. This rate is 31.5% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, underscoring the area's consistent performance relative to national trends. Daily crime statistics show 97 crimes reported each day, a figure that aligns with the area's population of 578,772 and its relatively low crime profile. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 200 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable regions. This suggests that residents face a lower risk of encountering crime compared to the UK average, though the stability of the rate means no marked improvement or decline from October. The consistency of these figures may reflect the area's established policing strategies or its demographic characteristics, such as a mix of suburban and rural environments that may naturally limit certain types of criminal activity.