Wendover Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a resident of Wendover, the risk of encountering crime in August 2024 translates to roughly one reported incident for every 406 people over the course of the month. This equates to a crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 69.5% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. The most common crimes involve violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 35.7% of all reported incidents, followed by other theft (21.4%) and criminal damage and arson (14.3%). August, traditionally a peak holiday month, might have influenced patterns, though Wendover’s crime rates remain significantly lower than the UK average. The area’s lower-than-average rates for violence and sexual offences (67% below UK norms) suggest a safer environment, potentially linked to its character as a relatively quiet built-up area within Buckinghamshire. While seasonal factors such as increased tourism or empty homes might typically raise burglary risks, the data shows no such spike in property crimes. Instead, the mix of crimes leans towards interpersonal offences, which may reflect the area’s demographic or community dynamics. This contrast with national trends highlights Wendover’s distinct profile, where everyday risk remains low despite the month’s typical seasonal fluctuations.

August 2024 saw a sharp increase in other theft, rising 200% from 2 to 6 incidents, while shoplifting also rose by 33.3% to 4 cases. This contrasted with significant declines in vehicle crime (-60%) and anti-social behaviour (-50%), both of which dropped from previous levels. The category of violence and sexual offences, though remaining the most common crime type, was 67% below the UK average, indicating a marked safety advantage. Other theft, now at 0.5 per 1,000 residents, was 12% below the UK rate, suggesting local efforts or characteristics that mitigate this type of crime. The drop in vehicle crime could align with fewer vehicles on the road during the summer holidays. For residents, the most immediate insight is the dramatic rise in other theft, which may warrant closer attention to personal security measures in the coming months.

Wendover’s crime rate in August 2024 fell to 2.5 per 1,000, a 9.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.7 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, underscores a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime levels. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while seemingly low, provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. When scaled to the population of 11,381, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 406 residents, a ratio that highlights the rarity of incidents in this area. This stands in stark contrast to the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be significantly higher. The drop in anti-social behaviour and public order offences, both halved from the prior month, further reinforces Wendover’s position as a relatively tranquil community. While no UK-specific daily or monthly exposure figures are available for comparison, the local data alone illustrates a place where crime is not only infrequent but also consistently below national benchmarks.