Henley-on-Thames Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In Henley-on-Thames, the crime rate for December 2025 stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 37.1% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of approximately 2 crimes per day, or one reported incident for every 227 residents over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 51.9% of all recorded incidents—significantly lower than the UK average for this category. This figure may partly explain the area’s overall safety profile, as Henley-on-Thames is a historically stable, affluent town with a strong community presence. The seasonal context of December, marked by Christmas shopping, party season, and extended periods of darkness, could have influenced patterns in violent crime and property offences. For example, the relatively low rate of shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) suggests that local retail areas may be well-managed or frequented by residents who are less prone to opportunistic theft. Meanwhile, the higher-than-average burglary rate (0.5 per 1,000) might reflect the presence of older, more secluded properties in parts of the town, which could be more vulnerable to targeted crime during the holiday season when homes are temporarily unoccupied. These patterns highlight the importance of situational factors in shaping crime risk, even in areas with generally low overall rates.

December 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends for Henley-on-Thames. Public order offences surged by 200%, jumping from 1 to 3 incidents, a sharp increase that may reflect heightened social activity during the festive season. Similarly, theft from the person doubled, rising from 0 to 2 cases—a figure that, while small, could signal increased foot traffic in high-traffic areas during the holiday period. Burglary also increased by 50%, from 4 to 6 incidents, linked to the seasonal pattern of empty homes left unoccupied during the Christmas holidays. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 77.8%, from 9 to 2 incidents, likely due to reduced car usage during the festive season or increased community vigilance in residential areas. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 75%, from 12 to 3 incidents, suggesting that local initiatives or community cohesion efforts may have mitigated tensions during the month. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of crime in Henley-on-Thames, where seasonal factors and local demographics interact to create distinct patterns. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the 200% increase in public order offences, which may warrant additional caution in crowded or festive environments.

Henley-on-Thames’ December 2025 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents represents a 22.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.7 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with a per-capita risk that is 37.1% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while seemingly low, translates to a monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for every 227 residents. This statistic provides a tangible sense of scale for local residents, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering crime is minimal in daily life. When compared to the UK average, Henley-on-Thames’ performance in several categories is striking: violence and sexual offences are 11% below the national average, while burglary rates are 79% above. This contrast highlights the area’s unique characteristics, such as its mix of affluent residential areas and historic properties, which may contribute to both lower levels of violent crime and higher vulnerability to property crime. The population context further reinforces the safety profile, as the town’s relatively small size and tight-knit community may foster environments where crime is less likely to go unnoticed or unpunished. These factors collectively illustrate a town where crime is not only infrequent but also influenced by local conditions rather than national trends.