Maidenhead Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Maidenhead's crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents in May 2025 places it 29.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This continued safety reflects a combination of low violent crime rates and effective local policing. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.1% of all crimes, with 125 incidents reported—a rate of 2.0 per 1,000, 29% below the UK average. Public order offences (11.7%) and anti-social behaviour (11.2%) followed, highlighting persistent challenges in managing community disturbances. May's extended evenings and bank holidays may contribute to increased socialising, linking to the 12.7% rise in public order offences compared to April. However, the town's overall safety remains evident, with property crimes (32.7%) significantly lower than the UK average for similar categories. The low rate of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) further underscores the effectiveness of local initiatives in deterring theft. Despite these positives, the 150% surge in bicycle theft above the UK average suggests vulnerabilities in securing personal property, linked to increased cycling during warmer weather. These patterns align with Maidenhead's character as a commuter town with strong community networks but limited nightlife, which may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.

May 2025 saw a 120% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 5 to 11 incidents—a stark contrast to the 46.7% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 30 to 16 cases. This shift suggests seasonal influences, with warmer weather encouraging cycling but also creating new theft opportunities. Public order offences surged 87% compared to April, reaching 43 incidents (11.7% of total crimes), a rate 21% above the UK average. This spike may reflect May's bank holidays and extended evenings, which increase public drinking and socialising in Maidenhead's town centre. Meanwhile, drugs-related crimes fell 19.4% (from 31 to 25), and other theft decreased 23.1% (from 26 to 20), indicating possible success in targeted policing efforts. Maidenhead's violent crime rate (2.0 per 1,000) remains 29% below the UK average, despite the 2.7% month-on-month increase in overall crime. This suggests that while localised tensions may rise with seasonal changes, the area's overall safety profile remains resilient. Residents may find the 150% surge in bicycle theft particularly concerning, highlighting the need for improved bike security measures in the town's parks and cycle paths.

Maidenhead's crime rate rose slightly from 5.6 to 5.7 per 1,000 residents in May 2025, a 2.7% increase compared to April. This small uptick contrasts with the area's consistent position well below the UK average, which stood at 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately 12 reported crimes each day in May, a figure that would be 1.7 times higher in a UK average area of similar size. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 174 residents—a rate significantly lower than the national average. This monthly exposure figure suggests that Maidenhead's residents face far fewer risks than those in other parts of the UK, though the 120% increase in bicycle theft indicates specific vulnerabilities. With a population of 64,020, the town's low crime rate is particularly striking, as it would require only 24 additional crimes to reach the UK average. This comparison highlights the effectiveness of local policing and community engagement in maintaining safety, even as seasonal factors introduce minor fluctuations. The 2.7% increase in overall crime, though small, serves as a reminder that even low-crime areas require vigilance to address emerging issues like the sharp rise in bicycle theft.