Maidenhead Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Maidenhead's crime profile in July 2025 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, shaped by the area's seasonal dynamics. With a total crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents — 24.4% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000 — the area maintains a relatively low-risk environment. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.3% of all incidents (163 cases). This proportion is notable, as the UK average for this category is 3.0 per 1,000 (39.3% of total UK crimes), meaning Maidenhead's rate is 14% below the UK norm for this category. Public order offences followed closely at 9.4% (39 cases), likely influenced by the summer tourism peak and increased foot traffic in Maidenhead's town centre and surrounding areas. Vehicle crime (37 cases) emerged as the third most common category, though its rate (0.6 per 1,000) is 54% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. This discrepancy may reflect Maidenhead's proximity to major transport routes and the increased presence of vehicles during the summer months. The seasonal context of July — with schools out, festivals, and tourist events — likely contributes to a mix of crime types that prioritise public spaces and mobility. While violence and sexual offences dominate, the relatively low rates of anti-social behaviour (61% below UK average) and burglary (26% below UK average) suggest a community that maintains strong social cohesion despite the influx of visitors.

July 2025 saw significant month-on-month shifts in Maidenhead's crime profile. Vehicle crime surged by 184.6% (from 13 to 37 cases), a sharp increase that may reflect the area's summer events drawing more vehicles to local roads and parking areas. Other theft rose by 88.9% (from 18 to 34 cases), potentially linked to increased retail activity and tourist spending. Shoplifting also climbed by 64.7% (from 17 to 28 cases), though this remains well below the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000 (38% below). Conversely, theft from the person fell by 66.7% (from 3 to 1 case), due to heightened awareness or increased police presence during the summer. Robbery also decreased by 42.9% (from 7 to 4 cases), a trend consistent with the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour dropped by 34.0% (from 53 to 35 cases), suggesting that local efforts to manage public spaces during festivals and events may have had a measurable impact. The crime mix also revealed stark contrasts with the UK average: vehicle crime (54% above UK rate) and anti-social behaviour (61% below UK rate) stood out as two of the most divergent categories. For residents, the sharp rise in vehicle crime serves as a clear indicator to secure vehicles during the summer months.

Maidenhead's crime rate in July 2025 (6.5 per 1,000) was a 5.0% increase from the previous month's rate of 6.2 per 1,000, reflecting the seasonal fluctuations typical of a summer destination. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 13 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the manageability of local crime levels despite the influx of tourists. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 154 residents — a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average for most comparable areas. When viewed through the lens of population, the 64,020 residents of Maidenhead experienced a crime rate that remains firmly in the lower quartile of UK statistics. This is particularly evident in categories such as anti-social behaviour (61% below UK average) and burglary (26% below UK average), which highlight the area's relative safety compared to other parts of the country. However, the 54% increase in vehicle crime above the UK average serves as a reminder that certain local factors — such as transport infrastructure and seasonal mobility — can create unique challenges. The 5.0% month-on-month rise in the overall rate, while modest, aligns with the expected patterns of a tourist hotspot during peak summer months.