Headley Down and Headley Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2026, Headley Down and Headley maintained a crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 66.2% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures underscores the area’s consistently low crime profile, a trend reinforced by its rural character and limited population density. The most prevalent category of crime was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 76.9% of all incidents (10 cases), followed by public order offences (15.4%, 2 cases) and other theft (7.7%, 1 case). The dominance of violent crime in the local crime mix is notable, as it diverges from the UK average, where violence and sexual offences make up only 28% of all crimes. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping this profile, with January’s post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours likely reducing opportunities for outdoor crimes while concentrating incidents in more confined spaces. The area’s crime statistics also reflect a broader pattern observed in similar rural and semi-rural communities, where property crimes are rare but interpersonal disputes or alcohol-related incidents can contribute to spikes in violent offences. The low overall rate, however, suggests that the community’s social cohesion and geographic isolation may act as deterrents to more widespread criminal activity. This aligns with the broader UK context, where rural areas tend to report lower rates of property crime but may experience higher proportions of violent incidents compared to urban centres.

The most striking shift in January 2026 was the 100% increase in public order offences, rising from zero incidents in December to two reported cases. This jump, though small in absolute terms, reflects a notable shift in the crime mix, with public order offences now accounting for 15.4% of all crimes—a significant proportion compared to the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences rose by 42.9%, from seven to ten cases, marking the most substantial month-on-month increase among all categories. This surge in violent crime contrasts with the broader UK trend, where the area’s rate of 1.8 per 1,000 for violence and sexual offences is 28% below the national average. The local population’s vulnerability to such offences may be influenced by factors such as the area’s social dynamics or seasonal transitions from the data alone. For residents, the 100% increase in public order offences highlights a specific concern that warrants attention, even if the overall crime rate remains exceptionally low.

Headley Down and Headley recorded a crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents in January 2026, marking a 7.2% decline from December’s rate of 2.5 per 1,000. This continued downward trend aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as January typically sees reduced foot traffic in retail and public spaces following the holiday period. Daily crime statistics for the month show an average of 0 crimes reported per day, a figure that underscores the area’s consistently low crime profile. When scaled to the local population of 5,609, this equates to one reported crime for roughly every 431 residents over the course of the month. Such a monthly exposure rate is exceptionally low compared to the UK average, which would require a much larger population to achieve similar statistics. The area’s rural character, combined with its relatively small population, likely contributes to this pattern, as lower population density and fewer opportunities for crime tend to correlate with reduced incidents. While the decline is modest, it reinforces a long-term trend of stability in local crime statistics.