Wendover Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In March 2025, Wendover’s crime rate stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 50% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant category, accounting for 52.3% of all reported crimes—23 incidents in total. This stark contrast with property crimes, which made up just 20.5% (9 incidents), reflects a broader shift in the area’s crime profile. The rise in violent offences may be linked to seasonal factors, as March marks the transition to spring and evenings lengthen, potentially altering social dynamics and outdoor activity. Anti-social behaviour, though less prevalent than the UK average (60% below), still accounted for 13.6% of crimes, underscoring persistent local challenges. The area’s relatively low rates of property crime—such as burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.1 per 1,000)—suggest a combination of effective community policing and the built-up nature of Wendover, which may limit opportunities for such offences. However, the sharp increase in violence and criminal damage raises questions about local stressors or events that could have contributed to this shift. While the overall crime rate remains well below national levels, the dominance of violent crime highlights the need for targeted interventions in this category.

March 2025 saw a sharp 187.5% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 8 to 23 incidents—a jump that now constitutes 52.3% of all crimes in the area. This surge, while stark, remains 27% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson incidents tripled (+200%), moving from 1 to 3, a category where Wendover’s rate is 47% below the UK average. Conversely, other crime fell by 33.3%, declining from 3 to 2. The contrast between these trends suggests a shifting balance in criminal activity, with violent offences dominating the landscape. For residents, the 23 reported violence cases—over half of all crimes—highlight the need for community-focused safety measures. Drug-related offences also doubled, though they remain 26% below the UK average, indicating a combination of local factors influencing crime patterns.

Wendover’s crime rate in March 2025 (3.9 per 1,000 residents) marks a 159.7% increase from February’s 1.5 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward shift in reported incidents. While this rise is significant, the area remains 50% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000, underscoring its relative safety. On a daily basis, Wendover recorded roughly one crime per day in March, a figure that, while modest, highlights the need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 259 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the exposure rate for local communities. This statistic, when viewed alongside the population of 11,381, suggests that while crime is not a daily occurrence, its presence is felt across the area. The increase in violent crimes and criminal damage contrasts with previous months, yet the overall rate remains firmly below national benchmarks, indicating that Wendover’s crime profile continues to diverge from broader UK trends.