Cookham Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cookham's crime rate in October 2024 stood at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, a marked 38.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This continued trend of lower-than-average crime reflects the area's character as a small built-up community within Windsor and Maidenhead, where relatively low population density and strong local policing may contribute to the reduced rates. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (29.6% of total), followed by vehicle crime (18.5%) and criminal damage and arson (14.8%). These patterns align with typical dynamics in suburban areas, where vehicle-related incidents often dominate due to residential parking and road networks. Seasonal factors in October—darker evenings and the approach of Halloween—may have influenced the rise in violence and sexual offences, though this increase was offset by notable declines in other theft and public order crimes. The area's shoplifting rate (0.4 per 1,000) was 44% below the UK average, linked to limited retail presence compared to larger urban centres. While the overall rate remains well below national levels, the shift in crime types underscores the importance of tailored local strategies to address emerging patterns.

October 2024 saw sharp increases in violence and sexual offences (+166.7%) and vehicle crime (+150.0%), driven by seasonal factors such as reduced daylight hours and Halloween-related activity. Criminal damage and arson also rose dramatically (+300.0%), possibly linked to increased property maintenance during autumn or unseasonal weather events. In contrast, other theft and public order offences fell by 80.0% and 50.0% respectively, suggesting potential improvements in local community engagement or targeted policing efforts. Vehicle crime in Cookham was 91% above the UK average (0.9 vs 0.5 per 1,000), highlighting a specific vulnerability in this category that may require focused interventions. The area's violence rate (1.5 per 1,000) was 44% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), indicating effective local measures in curbing violent incidents despite the month-on-month surge. These contrasting trends illustrate the combination of seasonal influences and local initiatives in shaping crime patterns.

Cookham's crime rate in October 2024 (5.0 per 1,000) marked a 68.4% increase from the previous month's rate of 2.9 per 1,000, reflecting the volatility of monthly crime data. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the need for continuous monitoring. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 202 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average despite the recent rise. This context is crucial for residents: while the absolute number of crimes is low, the sharp month-on-month increase suggests temporary factors—such as seasonal transitions or localized events—may have influenced activity. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Cookham's crime profile, even with the October uptick, continues to diverge from national trends. For instance, the area's violent crime rate remains 44% below the UK average, suggesting that underlying structural factors, such as community cohesion or local policing, may be sustaining this disparity. These figures highlight both the area's resilience and the importance of addressing specific spikes in crime types like vehicle theft and criminal damage.