Crime in Aylesbury West: statistics, rates and trends
761 crimes were recorded in Aylesbury West in the 12 months to July 2026, 62.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Aylesbury West at a glance
- Crime trends in Aylesbury West
- Types of crime in Aylesbury West
- Aylesbury West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Aylesbury West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Aylesbury West
- Population and deprivation in Aylesbury West
- Questions about crime in Aylesbury West
- About this data
761 crimes were recorded in Aylesbury West in the 12 months to July 2026, 62.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 309 reports (41% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Aylesbury West has the 2,515th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Aylesbury West | Buckinghamshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 761 | 36,056 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 62.0 | 62.3 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -9% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 12,276 | 578,772 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Aylesbury West was highest in the year to July 2021 (1,092 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (721). Over the whole period it fell 18%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 761 | 62.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 840 | 68.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 753 | 61.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,050 | 85.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,065 | 86.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,092 | 89.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 783 | 63.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 721 | 58.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 933 | 76.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 74 |
| June 2026 | 57 |
| May 2026 | 73 |
| April 2026 | 69 |
| March 2026 | 62 |
| February 2026 | 65 |
| January 2026 | 72 |
| December 2025 | 43 |
| November 2025 | 58 |
| October 2025 | 66 |
| September 2025 | 60 |
| August 2025 | 62 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Aylesbury West over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+97%) and drugs (+39%).
The largest falls were in shoplifting (-44%) and criminal damage and arson (-30%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 309 | 25.2 | 0.74 | -10% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 99 | 8.1 | 0.53 | -27% |
| Vehicle crime | 61 | 5.0 | 1.01 | +97% |
| Other theft | 58 | 4.7 | 0.74 | -13% |
| Public order | 53 | 4.3 | 0.65 | -21% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 48 | 3.9 | 0.58 | -30% |
| Shoplifting | 35 | 2.9 | 0.34 | -44% |
| Drugs | 32 | 2.6 | 0.80 | +39% |
| Other crime | 25 | 2.0 | 0.96 | +56% |
| Burglary | 18 | 1.5 | 0.41 | +157% |
| Robbery | 10 | 0.8 | 0.60 | +150% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 0.7 | 0.67 | +167% |
| Bicycle theft | 5 | 0.4 | 0.49 | +67% |
Violence and sexual offences in Aylesbury West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Aylesbury West recorded 309 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (25.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 40.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Aylesbury West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Aylesbury West recorded 99 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 13.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Aylesbury West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Aylesbury West recorded 61 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 97% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Aylesbury West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Aylesbury West recorded 58 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Aylesbury West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Aylesbury West recorded 53 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Aylesbury West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Aylesbury West recorded 48 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Aylesbury West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Aylesbury West recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Aylesbury West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Aylesbury West recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 39% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Aylesbury West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Aylesbury West recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 56% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Aylesbury West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Aylesbury West recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 157% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Aylesbury West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Aylesbury West recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 150% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Aylesbury West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Aylesbury West recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 167% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Aylesbury West
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Aylesbury West recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Aylesbury West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Aylesbury West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Aylesbury West |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aylesbury North West | 1,397 | 105.1 | +70% |
| Aylesbury South West | 1,046 | 84.0 | +35% |
| Aylesbury North | 2,494 | 192.3 | +210% |
| Berryfields, Buckingham Park & Watermead | 749 | 46.1 | -26% |
| Aylesbury South East | 759 | 61.7 | -0% |
| Aylesbury East | 983 | 87.7 | +42% |
| Haddenham & Stone | 425 | 36.7 | -41% |
| Aston Clinton & Weston Turville | 443 | 38.8 | -37% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Aylesbury West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Wycliffe End | 87 |
| On or near Rochester Place | 37 |
| On or near Supermarket | 32 |
| On or near Chapman Close | 21 |
| On or near Spruce Road | 19 |
| On or near Bracken Way | 17 |
| On or near Oxford Road | 17 |
| On or near St Hilda'S Court | 17 |
| On or near Lavender Close | 16 |
| On or near Alham Road | 15 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Aylesbury West over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 237 | 31.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 185 | 24.3% |
| Not recorded | 99 | 13.0% |
| Under investigation | 80 | 10.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 46 | 6.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 28 | 3.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 25 | 3.3% |
| Local resolution | 21 | 2.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 20 | 2.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 13 | 1.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 6 | 0.8% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 1 | 0.1% |
Aylesbury West has an estimated population of 12,276. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Aylesbury West sits in decile 7.5, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Aylesbury West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 68.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 65.9% |
| Social rented homes | 11.0% |
| Private rented homes | 23.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.5 |
Is Aylesbury West a safe place to live?
Aylesbury West recorded 62.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Aylesbury West?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 309 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (99).
Is crime in Aylesbury West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Aylesbury West was down 9% on the year before: 761 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 840 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Aylesbury West?
Aylesbury West is policed by Thames Valley. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Aylesbury West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.