Windsor and Maidenhead Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Windsor and Maidenhead’s crime profile in February 2025 reveals a notable anomaly: drug-related offences were 20% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the overall crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.8% below the national average of 6.7. This divergence suggests a combination of local factors. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences (35.9% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (9.1%) and other theft (8.4%). These figures align with the area’s character as a mixed urban-rural district with a historic town centre and suburban sprawl, where high foot traffic and community events may contribute to violent incidents. Seasonally, February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull likely reduced opportunities for certain crimes, though the drug-related spike suggests localized pressures. The UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.4 per 1,000) is 32% below Windsor and Maidenhead’s rate, indicating a higher-than-average concentration of such incidents. This could reflect the area’s proximity to London, which may influence patterns of drug-related crime through commuting or regional networks. The relatively low rates of property crimes (38.3% of total) compared to the UK average (55%) may stem from robust local policing or community engagement initiatives. Overall, the month’s crime picture illustrates a balance between consistent low-level crime prevention and emerging challenges in specific categories.

February 2025 saw significant shifts in crime trends, with burglary increasing by 64% (25 to 41 incidents) and robbery rising by 50% (4 to 6). These increases contrast sharply with declines in other categories, including vehicle crime (-33.3%) and criminal damage and arson (-30.3%). The violent crime category, at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, remained 32% below the UK average, though its share of total crimes (35.9%) highlights its persistent role in local policing priorities. Drug-related offences stood out as the only category exceeding the UK average, with a 20% surplus (0.2 per 1,000 vs 0.1 per 1,000 nationally). This anomaly may reflect localized pressures. Residents may find the 33.3% drop in vehicle crime (from 75 to 50 incidents) particularly noteworthy, likely tied to reduced winter traffic or improved car security measures. The mix of increases and decreases underscores the volatility of crime patterns, with no single factor dominating the month’s trends.

Windsor and Maidenhead’s February 2025 crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents marked a 15.4% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.3, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 25 crimes per day over the 28-day period, a figure that contextualizes the pace of local incidents. Monthly exposure data shows that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 225 residents, a rate that is significantly lower than the UK average when scaled to the area’s population of 158,943. This 1-in-225 ratio suggests a relatively safe environment compared to national benchmarks, though the drug-related anomaly indicates localized vulnerabilities. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Windsor and Maidenhead’s crime prevention efforts appear effective, particularly in property crimes, which account for 38.3% of total incidents compared to the UK average of 55%. However, the 20% surplus in drug-related offences highlights a gap in addressing specific challenges. These figures provide a nuanced view of safety, balancing overall low rates with targeted areas for improvement.