Prestwood and Great Missenden Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Prestwood and Great Missenden recorded a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents in June 2025, placing the area 40.7% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure, while significantly lower than national benchmarks, reflects a combination of local dynamics and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 50% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (11.8%) and shoplifting (8.8%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up region within Buckinghamshire, where retail and community hubs may contribute to higher rates of certain offences. The start of summer, with its longer days and increased tourism, likely influenced the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. Violent crime rates in the area remain 16% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community resilience may play a role in mitigating some risks. However, the sharp increases in shoplifting and public disorder during June highlight the need for targeted interventions. The area’s overall crime rate, though lower than the UK average, underscores the importance of monitoring seasonal fluctuations and adapting strategies to address emerging trends.

June 2025 marked a stark contrast to May, with the overall crime rate doubling to 4.8 per 1,000 residents. Anti-social behaviour saw the most dramatic rise, jumping from one incident to four — a 300% increase — potentially linked to the start of summer and increased social activity. Shoplifting and public order offences each rose by 200%, suggesting a shift in criminal focus towards retail areas or public spaces during warmer evenings. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by half, from two to one incident, reflecting reduced parking congestion or heightened awareness during peak hours. Violent crimes, though still the most common category (17 incidents, or 50% of total), remained 16% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, indicating that local factors may be mitigating some risks despite the overall upward trend.

The crime rate in Prestwood and Great Missenden rose sharply in June 2025, jumping from 2.4 to 4.8 per 1,000 residents — a 100% increase over the previous month. This shift places the area’s current rate 40.7% below the UK average of 8.1, but the upward trend suggests local factors may be influencing patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in June, a figure that, while low, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in specific times or locations. Monthly exposure shows that over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 209 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population of 7,115. This rate, though significantly lower than the UK average, highlights the importance of monitoring trends that could indicate emerging risks, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or seasonal activity.