Stoke Poges Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Stoke Poges’ crime rate in October 2025 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 39% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance underscores the area’s consistently lower-than-national crime profile, a pattern that aligns with its character as a relatively small built-up area within Buckinghamshire. The top three crime categories—violence and sexual offences (23.1%), vehicle crime (23.1%), and anti-social behaviour (15.4%)—reflect a mix of personal safety concerns and property-related issues. The prominence of vehicle crime, which is 162% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, may be linked to local infrastructure, such as parking areas or commuter routes. Meanwhile, the lower-than-average rates for violence and sexual offences (59% below the UK figure) and anti-social behaviour (44% below) suggest a community environment where public order issues are less prevalent. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and the proximity of Halloween, likely contribute to fluctuations in certain crime types, particularly those involving visibility or transient activity. However, the overall stability of the area’s crime rate against national benchmarks indicates a resilient local context that mitigates broader trends.

October saw a 200% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 2 to 6 incidents, a jump that may partly explain the overall rate’s monthly rise. Anti-social behaviour also doubled, from zero to four incidents, a shift that aligns with seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween activities. Burglary, previously absent in September, emerged as a new category with three reported cases. Violence and sexual offences fell by 33.3%, declining from 9 to 6, a reduction that could reflect temporary changes in local activity patterns. While vehicle crime in Stoke Poges is 162% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, other categories like anti-social behaviour are 44% below the national figure of 1.3 per 1,000. This contrast illustrates the area’s unique crime profile, where certain categories deviate sharply from national trends. For residents, the 200% surge in vehicle crime serves as a concrete example of how specific issues can dominate local statistics.

Stoke Poges' crime rate in October 2025 rose to 4.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 53% increase from the previous month’s rate of 3.0. This upward trend contrasts with the area’s generally low crime profile, which has historically positioned it well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day during October, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents despite the month-on-month rise. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 215 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains significantly lower than many comparable areas. With a population of 5,592, this statistic translates to a manageable level of risk for residents, though the increase from September suggests a need for continued monitoring. The small population base amplifies the impact of even minor fluctuations, making the context of daily crime counts particularly relevant for local understanding.