Woburn Sands Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Woburn Sands, just one crime was reported in December 2023—a rate 86.1% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relative safety, though the small number of incidents (6 total) means even minor shifts in crime patterns are notable. The most common crimes were vehicle-related (33.3% of total) and violence and sexual offences (33.3%), with burglary and criminal damage each contributing 16.7%. Seasonal factors likely played a role: December’s dark evenings, holiday-related travel, and the Christmas shopping peak may have influenced both vehicle crime and property thefts. The low rate of violence, 89% below the UK average, could reflect the area’s character as a relatively quiet, low-density built-up zone within Milton Keynes, where community cohesion and limited nightlife reduce opportunities for violent incidents. However, the 100% increase in vehicle crime suggests a need for vigilance during periods when vehicles are left unattended, such as during holiday gatherings or when homes are temporarily vacant. Overall, the data illustrates a community where crime is rare but not absent, with seasonal rhythms and local demographics shaping the risk profile for residents.

December 2023 marked a 100% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 2 incidents, and similar jumps in burglary and criminal damage, both doubling from 0 to 1. These spikes, though small in absolute terms, suggest heightened activity during the festive season, possibly linked to increased vehicle presence in the area. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 33.3%, dropping from 3 to 2, a shift that contrasts with the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, where Woburn Sands’ rate remains 89% below. The crime mix also shows a property-focused profile, with vehicle crime and burglary accounting for 50% of all incidents, compared to the UK’s broader distribution. For residents, the most immediate insight is the 100% increase in vehicle crime, which could indicate targeted thefts during holiday periods when vehicles are left unattended for longer durations.

The crime rate in Woburn Sands for December 2023 rose 19.3% from the previous month’s 0.8 per 1,000 to 1.0 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. However, this remains exceptionally low compared to the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. Daily statistics show that, over the 31 days of December, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day, illustrating the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 6,035 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 1,006 residents. This means that, for someone living in Woburn Sands, the likelihood of experiencing a crime in December was approximately 0.1%—a figure that underscores the area’s overall safety. The population context further highlights that, even with the 19.3% increase, the absolute number of crimes remains minimal, reinforcing the area’s status as one of the safest in the UK.