Cookham Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cookham’s crime rate in April 2023 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 46.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This marked contrast with the national picture highlights the area’s relative safety, though the month’s dynamics reveal nuanced patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.9% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.2%) and vehicle crime (13.6%). The dominance of violent crimes, while lower than the UK average, suggests a focus on interpersonal incidents, potentially influenced by the Easter holiday’s social gatherings or increased community interaction. Anti-social behaviour, though a smaller share of total crimes, rose sharply, possibly reflecting the seasonal influx of visitors or the impact of school breaks on local youth activity. Vehicle crime, meanwhile, exceeded the UK average by 33%, a figure that may be consistent with Cookham’s location within Windsor and Maidenhead, a commuter hub with frequent traffic movements. The overall crime rate, though lower than the UK average, is not static—its month-on-month increase from 2.2 per 1,000 in March underscores the need to consider both local and national contexts. April’s spring weather, with its increased outdoor activity, likely contributed to the rise in certain crime types, though the area’s small population and rural-urban mix may temper broader trends. These factors collectively illustrate a community with a generally low crime profile, yet one where specific incidents and seasonal rhythms can drive fluctuations.

April 2023 saw a dramatic 300% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from one incident to four. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in bicycle theft and possession of weapons, points to a shift in local crime patterns. Violent crimes, though remaining the most common category (40.9% of total), were 35% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Meanwhile, vehicle crime exceeded the UK average by 33%, a figure that may reflect Cookham’s proximity to major transport routes or increased vehicle presence during the Easter holiday. The 50% decrease in other crime, from two to one incident, suggests a reduction in less-defined categories, though this remains an isolated data point. These changes, particularly the anti-social behaviour spike, may indicate heightened social interactions or seasonal pressures during the Easter period.

Cookham’s crime rate in April 2023 rose by 83.6% compared to the previous month, moving from 2.2 to 4.0 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, remains 46.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the month, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 5,451. When scaled to the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for every 248 residents—a statistic that contextualises the frequency of incidents for local residents. The shift in crime types from the prior month, particularly the rise in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, suggests a potential realignment in local dynamics. This could be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased foot traffic during the Easter period or changes in community activity patterns as spring progresses. The relatively low overall rate, despite the month-on-month increase, underscores Cookham’s position as a generally safer area compared to the national average, though the upward trend warrants careful monitoring.