Windsor and Maidenhead Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Windsor and Maidenhead's crime profile in February 2024 reveals a combination of local and national trends, with the area's overall crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents standing 22.5% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This disparity is most pronounced in the category of violence and sexual offences, which occurred at a rate of 2.0 per 1,000—20% below the UK average. This lower-than-expected rate for violent crime may reflect the area's character as a mix of historic residential areas and commuter hubs, where community cohesion and policing presence could contribute to reduced incidents. Conversely, vehicle crime emerged as an outlier, with a rate of 0.6 per 1,000—36% above the UK average. This discrepancy could be linked to the presence of major roads and motorway access points, which are common in commuter-oriented areas. The breakdown of crimes also highlights the dominance of property-related offences, with 64% of all incidents falling into property crime categories. This aligns with the area's mix of retail and commercial spaces, though the seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity—may have limited opportunities for certain types of crime. The data also shows a sharp contrast in the rate of anti-social behaviour, which was 62% below the UK average, suggesting that community engagement initiatives or local policing strategies may be effective in this area. These patterns, while influenced by broader national trends, underscore the importance of tailoring local responses to the specific needs of Windsor and Maidenhead's population.

February 2024 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, including a 31.8% increase in vehicle crime, driven by a rise from 66 to 87 incidents. This places vehicle crime 36% above the UK average, a stark contrast to other categories like anti-social behaviour, which fell 62% below the national rate. The surge in vehicle crime may reflect increased traffic during winter months or seasonal changes in parking behaviour. Meanwhile, shoplifting decreased by 16.4%, potentially linked to reduced foot traffic during February's pre-spring lull. Other thefts also rose by 29.1%, though they remain 9% below the UK average. The category of robbery, though minimal (5 incidents), saw a 25% increase, a figure that, while small, underscores the need for targeted awareness in high-risk areas. These changes illustrate the dynamic nature of local crime trends, with some categories diverging sharply from national benchmarks.

Windsor and Maidenhead's crime rate in February 2024 rose by 10.1% compared to January's 5.0 per 1,000, reaching 5.5 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, reflects shifting patterns in specific crime types. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 30 crimes per day over 29 days, a figure that contextualises the rate within local rhythms. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 183 residents, a monthly aggregate that highlights the scale of exposure for residents. While the population-scaled perspective shows a relatively low incidence compared to the UK average, the rise in vehicle crime and other thefts suggests emerging trends warranting closer attention. The local context—characterised by a mix of historic sites, commuter hubs, and retail centres—may contribute to fluctuations in specific categories from this data alone.