Olney Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2025, violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant category in Olney's crime profile, accounting for 42.9% of all reported incidents. This category, at 1.2 per 1,000 residents, is 49% below the UK average of 2.4 per 1,000, a disparity that may reflect the area's character as a built-up part of Milton Keynes with lower levels of violent crime compared to larger urban centres. The overall crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents places Olney 56.7% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, a statistic that aligns with the area's relatively low crime profile. Other crime, at 0.6 per 1,000, is 275% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, suggesting a concentration of non-violent, less common offences that may be influenced by local factors such as business activity or community dynamics. Seasonal patterns in February—characterised by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to the reduced frequency of property crimes, though the absence of significant seasonal data for this specific area means these connections remain hedged. The relatively small population of 7,318 residents further amplifies the impact of even minor fluctuations, making the area's crime picture both manageable and sensitive to local changes.

February saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from zero to one incident, a shift that may reflect heightened awareness or seasonal patterns. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 50%, increasing from two to three reports, while public order offences doubled from zero to one. These spikes contrast with notable declines in vehicle crime (-75%), burglary (-66.7%), and shoplifting (-50%), suggesting a shift in criminal focus towards personal and public spaces. Violence and sexual offences remain 49% below the UK average (2.4 per 1,000), a stark contrast to the 'other crime' category which is 275% above the UK rate (0.2 per 1,000). This divergence highlights the area's unique crime profile, where violent incidents are relatively rare compared to other, less common categories. Residents may find the 100% increase in theft from the person particularly relevant, as it indicates a new risk factor emerging in the local context.

Olney's crime rate in February 2025 (2.9 per 1,000 residents) reflects an 8.6% decline from the previous month's 3.1 per 1,000, continuing a trend of relative stability in the built-up area. Daily crime figures show one reported incident per day on average, a rate that aligns with the low overall crime profile of the region. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 348 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure for local households. This figure is particularly meaningful when compared to the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, highlighting Olney's position as a safer area. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that residents face a significantly lower risk of encountering crime than the national average, though fluctuations in specific categories like public order and anti-social behaviour suggest ongoing challenges in community management.