Cookham Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Cookham, a built-up area within Windsor and Maidenhead, the crime rate in December 2023 stood at 2.4 per 1,000 people — a figure 66.7% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly zero crimes per resident, with the most common incidents being violence and sexual offences (38.5% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (30.8%). The low overall rate aligns with the area's character as a relatively quiet, suburban environment, where seasonal factors such as the Christmas shopping period and shorter evenings may have influenced patterns. Violence and sexual offences, though the most frequent category, remain significantly lower than the UK average (66% below), consistent with the area's likely lower population density and reduced nightlife compared to larger urban centres. Property crimes, including vehicle crime and burglary, also fell below the UK average, reflecting the area's lower exposure to high-risk environments. The seasonal context of December — with its mix of holiday gatherings and empty homes — may have contributed to fluctuations in certain categories, though the overall picture remains one of relative safety for residents. This per-capita perspective underscores that, despite the presence of crime, the daily risk for individuals in Cookham is minimal compared to national benchmarks.

December 2023 saw notable shifts in crime trends within Cookham. Criminal damage and arson rose by 33.3% compared to November, increasing from three to four incidents — a spike that may reflect the pressures of seasonal maintenance or increased alcohol-related activity during the festive period. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 50.0%, likely due to reduced car usage during the holiday season or heightened community vigilance in areas with fewer parked vehicles. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 50.0%, aligning with the quieter, more family-oriented atmosphere typical of December. Violence and sexual offences, while still the most common category, decreased by 28.6% from November, suggesting that local initiatives or seasonal changes may have temporarily reduced tensions. Violence and sexual offences in Cookham remain 66% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), a figure that highlights the area's comparative safety. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson in Cookham are 25% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), a discrepancy that could be attributed to local factors such as older housing stock or specific community dynamics. These variations illustrate how national averages may not always reflect local realities, offering residents a nuanced view of their own neighbourhood's risk profile.

Cookham's December 2023 crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 31.8% decline from the previous month's rate of 3.5 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend in local crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 419 residents — a figure that underscores the low monthly exposure to crime for individuals living in the area. On a daily basis, the average number of crimes reported was effectively zero, a statistic that, while seemingly paradoxical, highlights the rarity of incidents in a small, stable community. When compared to the UK average, Cookham's residents face a significantly lower risk of experiencing crime, with the area's overall rate being 66.7% below the national benchmark. This contrast is particularly stark in categories such as violence and sexual offences, where Cookham's rate is 66% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000). However, the area's criminal damage and arson rate is 25% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), a divergence that may relate to local factors such as the age of buildings or the prevalence of communal spaces. These comparisons reveal that while Cookham is generally safer than the national average, certain categories require targeted attention, offering a balanced perspective for residents seeking to understand their own safety context.