Cookham Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2023, Cookham’s crime rate stood at 4.8 per 1,000 residents, 40.7% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure underscores the area’s consistently low crime profile, a pattern that aligns with its status as a built-up area within Windsor and Maidenhead—a region known for its historic charm and relatively tranquil communities. The most prevalent crime types were property crimes (10 incidents, 38.5% of total) and violent crimes (8 incidents, 30.8% of total), with these two categories accounting for nearly 70% of all reported incidents. This balance between property and violent crime contrasts with national trends, where violent crime typically outpaces property crime. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these patterns: August, a peak holiday month, may have seen increased tourism, which could both elevate risks for property crimes (such as burglary) and reduce opportunities for violent incidents due to heightened community presence. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson (+500%) and burglary (+100%) suggests that other factors—such as the temporary absence of residents during holidays or the vulnerability of empty homes—may have contributed. Conversely, the significant declines in shoplifting, vehicle crime, and public order offences could indicate the effectiveness of local policing or the influence of seasonal activity, such as fewer pedestrians in the evenings. These fluctuations highlight the combination of local conditions and broader national trends, though the overall low crime rate remains a defining feature of Cookham’s security profile.

August 2023 saw stark shifts in Cookham’s crime profile, with criminal damage and arson surging by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents) and burglary doubling (from 1 to 2). These increases, while notable, were offset by sharp declines in shoplifting (-80%), vehicle crime (-66.7%), and public order offences (-66.7%). The balance between property and violent crime remained near parity, with property crimes accounting for 38.5% of total incidents and violent crimes 30.8%. This split diverges from the UK average, where violent crime typically dominates. Violence and sexual offences in Cookham were 43% below the UK average (1.5 vs 2.6 per 1,000), a figure that may reflect the area’s lower population density and community-focused policing. Residents might find the 80% drop in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it suggests that local retail security measures or seasonal factors—such as fewer tourists—could be influencing this trend.

Cookham’s crime rate in August 2023 (4.8 per 1,000) reflects a 7.2% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.1, marking a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to broader national averages. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 210 residents, a metric that provides context for the likelihood of encountering crime in this built-up area. With a population of 5,451, the monthly exposure rate highlights the sparse distribution of incidents, which contrasts with the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This suggests that Cookham’s residents may perceive their local area as safer, though seasonal factors such as increased tourism in August could influence patterns. The low crime rate, combined with the specific breakdown of incidents, indicates that local conditions—such as community engagement or environmental design—may contribute to this trend, though further data would be needed to confirm such links.