Woburn Sands Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Woburn Sands, a built-up area within Milton Keynes, recorded a crime rate of 1.8 per 1,000 residents in November 2024, placing it 76.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast reflects the area’s relatively low crime profile. Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) remained the most common crime type, accounting for 45.5% of total incidents, yet they were 69% below the UK average. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—likely influenced patterns, with shoplifting (2 incidents) surging from zero to two, potentially linked to increased foot traffic and retail activity. Meanwhile, the absence of violent crimes during Bonfire Night may suggest a combination of community engagement and local policing efforts. The area’s commuter-suburb character, with limited nightlife and a focus on daytime retail, may contribute to its lower violent crime rates compared to more densely populated urban centres. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage (each increasing by 100%) highlights vulnerabilities tied to seasonal events and isolated incidents. These trends underscore the need for continued monitoring, particularly during periods of heightened commercial activity or public gatherings.

November 2024 saw sharp increases in three crime categories: anti-social behaviour, criminal damage, and shoplifting, each doubling from zero to one or two incidents. These rises, though numerically small, may partly explain the shift in crime mix, with property crimes (4 incidents) now accounting for 36% of total crimes—up from 30% in the previous month. The most notable UK comparison occurs in violence and sexual offences, which are 69% below the national average at 0.8 per 1,000. This suggests a unique local dynamic, possibly influenced by the area’s character as a commuter suburb within Milton Keynes, where daytime activity and community policing may deter violent crime. Residents should note the 100% surge in shoplifting, a category that rose from zero to two incidents, likely tied to Black Friday promotions and the area’s retail presence. This data point offers a concrete warning: heightened vigilance during peak shopping periods may be prudent.

The crime rate in Woburn Sands for November 2024 (1.8 per 1,000 residents) marks an 8.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.0 per 1,000, continuing a trend of declining incidents. This reduction, though modest, positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with crime levels 76.3% below the national average. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of 0 crimes per day in November, a figure that, while technically an aggregate, underscores the low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 549 residents, a ratio that highlights the rarity of criminal activity relative to the local population. This low monthly exposure contrasts sharply with the UK average, where residents face significantly higher risks. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates how Woburn Sands’ compact size and community-focused environment may contribute to its lower crime rates, though this remains a hypothesis requiring deeper analysis.