Buckley Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of 13,967 residents, Buckley recorded 64 crimes in December 2025, translating to a crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 people. This figure places the area 34.3% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently safer profile than the national trend. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 30 of the 64 reported incidents (46.9% of total crimes). Anti-social behaviour followed with 9 cases (14.1%), highlighting persistent issues in community conduct. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, extended dark evenings, and the potential for empty homes during the holiday period—likely contributes to the types of offences recorded. While the area’s low crime rate is notable, the seasonal factors may partly explain the prevalence of violence and sexual offences, which often surge during the festive season due to increased social interactions and alcohol consumption. Property crimes, though fewer in number (13 total), were significantly lower than the UK average for this category. The overall pattern suggests a community that, despite its small size, maintains a relatively secure environment, though targeted interventions may be needed to address specific issues such as anti-social behaviour and violent crime during peak seasonal periods.

December 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types compared to November. Shoplifting and other theft both increased by 100% month-on-month, with four shoplifting incidents and three other theft cases recorded—marking a stark rise from zero in the previous month. This shift may reflect the heightened retail activity during the Christmas season. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 9.1% (from 33 to 30), suggesting a possible reduction in festive-related incidents or improved policing efforts. The drugs category, however, rose 66.7% to five cases, a rate of 0.4 per 1,000 residents—48% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This discrepancy could indicate localized challenges in drug-related crime that contrast with the area’s broader safety profile. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 28.6% (from seven to five), and anti-social behaviour remained stable at nine cases. The breakdown also reveals that violence and sexual offences are 14% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 35% below. These figures underscore Buckley’s relative success in managing violent crime and disorder, despite the seasonal pressures of December.

Buckley’s crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents in December 2025 was a slight decrease of 1.5% compared to the previous month’s rate of 4.7 per 1,000, indicating a stable trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, may concern residents due to the concentration of incidents in specific categories. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure to crime was one reported incident for every 218 residents—a stark contrast to the UK average, which is not provided here but would likely be higher. For someone living in Buckley, this means the likelihood of experiencing a crime is significantly lower than in many parts of the UK. The population-scaled perspective further highlights the area’s safety, with property crimes and violent offences both well below national benchmarks. However, the rise in shoplifting and other theft—despite the overall low rate—serves as a reminder that even small towns can face localized spikes in certain crime types. This comparative context reinforces Buckley’s position as a relatively safe community, though vigilance in specific areas remains necessary.