Winslow Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Winslow’s built-up area in Buckinghamshire recorded 26 crimes in December 2024, a figure that translates to 1 crime for every 203 residents—a rate of 4.9 per 1,000, 31% below the UK average of 7.1. This volume, while low, reflects the interplay of seasonal factors and local demographics. The month saw a pronounced focus on violent crime, with 15 incidents (57.7% of total crimes) concentrated in violence and sexual offences, a category that remained 9% above the UK average. This may be partly explained by the area’s proximity to larger urban centres, where such crimes are more prevalent. Property crimes, at 7 incidents (26.9% of total), were dominated by vehicle crime (2 incidents) and shoplifting (2 incidents), both of which aligned with or slightly exceeded UK averages. The seasonal context of December—dark evenings, Christmas shopping, and empty homes over the holidays—likely contributed to the overall pattern. However, the sharp rise in public order offences (from 0 to 1) and the absence of reported anti-social behaviour in November suggest that transient factors, such as holiday gatherings or changes in community dynamics, may have played a role. The data also highlights Winslow’s relatively low levels of vehicle crime and theft from the person compared to national trends, a feature consistent with its character as a smaller, more tightly knit community where local initiatives may foster a sense of security.

December 2024 saw sharp increases in public order offences (100% rise), vehicle crime (100% rise), and shoplifting (100% rise), all of which had previously been absent in November. This shift in crime mix may reflect seasonal pressures, such as increased foot traffic during the Christmas shopping period and the impact of dark evenings on community cohesion. Violent crime decreased by 11.8% (from 17 to 15 incidents), a drop that contrasts with the UK average for violence and sexual offences, which stood at 2.6 per 1,000 (9% above Winslow’s rate). Vehicle crime and shoplifting, however, aligned closely with national trends—vehicle crime matched the UK average (0.4 per 1,000), while shoplifting was 30% below the UK rate. The rise in public order offences, though, diverged sharply from the UK average (56% below), suggesting local factors such as holiday-related disputes or increased community gatherings may have contributed.

Winslow's crime rate in December 2024 rose 29.9% from 3.8 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents compared to November. This equates to one reported crime for every 203 residents over the month, a figure that contextualises the impact of crime on daily life in the area. With 26 total crimes recorded, the daily crime count averages roughly one incident per day—a pace that, while low by UK standards, reflects the area’s unique demographic and geographic profile. The built-up nature of Winslow, with its mix of residential and commercial spaces, may partly explain this rhythm, as smaller communities often see more concentrated patterns of crime. The monthly exposure statistic—1-in-203 residents affected—provides a tangible measure of risk for local households, particularly during the festive season when holiday-related factors can influence crime dynamics. This rate remains significantly below the UK average, but the upward trend from November suggests ongoing vigilance is needed.