Stoke Poges Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of 5,592 residents, 26 reported crimes in July 2025 equate to 4.7 crimes per 1,000 people—45.3% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This rate reflects a built-up area within Buckinghamshire, where low population density and suburban characteristics may contribute to the relatively quiet crime profile. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (42.3% of total), followed by public order (23.1%) and criminal damage (11.5%). Violence and sexual offences, though lower than the UK average (3.0 per 1,000), saw a notable rise during July, likely tied to seasonal factors. The area's summer landscape—marked by school holidays, festivals, and increased foot traffic—may have influenced patterns, with public order offences spiking amid outdoor events. Vehicle crime, though minimal (0.4 per 1,000), rose by 100% compared to June, due to more vehicles on the road during peak tourist season. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.4 per 1,000, was 74% below the UK average, suggesting strong community engagement or effective local policing. The low overall crime rate aligns with Stoke Poges' status as a largely residential, commuter-focused area with limited industrial or commercial zones. However, the sharp rise in public order offences highlights the need to monitor how seasonal activities might strain local resources.

July 2025 saw a 100.4% increase in the overall crime rate compared to June 2025 (2.3 per 1,000 to 4.7 per 1,000), driven by a 200% surge in public order offences (from 2 to 6 cases). This jump, while still below the UK average for public order (0.6 per 1,000), suggests heightened tensions or activity during summer festivals and events. Violence and sexual offences also rose sharply—by 120% (from 5 to 11 cases)—though remaining 34% below the UK average (3.0 per 1,000). The increase may reflect increased socialising during school holidays or the presence of transient populations at local gatherings. Vehicle crime, though small in number (2 cases), doubled compared to June, possibly linked to more cars parked in residential areas during the summer. Stoke Poges' violent crime rate (2.0 per 1,000) is 34% below the UK average, and anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000) is 74% below the UK figure, indicating a relatively low incidence of aggressive or disruptive conduct. Residents should be aware of the public order spike, which may require community efforts to manage crowds or enforce event guidelines.

The July 2025 crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 in Stoke Poges represents a 100.4% increase from June 2025 (2.3 per 1,000), but remains 45.3% below the UK average. On a daily basis, this translates to roughly one crime reported per day over the 31-day period—a figure that, while showing a month-on-month rise, still suggests a low-frequency environment compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure of one crime for every 215 residents underscores the area's relative safety, even with the recent uptick. For context, the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000 means Stoke Poges experiences fewer than half the crimes per capita, a disparity likely tied to its suburban character and limited commercial density. While the overall rate has risen, the breakdown reveals stark contrasts: public order offences, though up by 200%, remain 72% below the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), and anti-social behaviour is 74% below the national figure (1.6 per 1,000). This suggests that while certain categories are sensitive to seasonal factors, the area's broader crime profile continues to diverge from the UK norm. Residents may find comfort in the fact that even with the increase, the likelihood of encountering crime remains minimal compared to national averages.