Crime in Ridgeway West: statistics, rates and trends
385 crimes were recorded in Ridgeway West in the 12 months to July 2026, 31.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Ridgeway West at a glance
- Crime trends in Ridgeway West
- Types of crime in Ridgeway West
- Ridgeway West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Ridgeway West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Ridgeway West
- Population and deprivation in Ridgeway West
- Questions about crime in Ridgeway West
- About this data
385 crimes were recorded in Ridgeway West in the 12 months to July 2026, 31.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 170 reports (44% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Ridgeway West has the 3,719th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Ridgeway West | Buckinghamshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 385 | 36,056 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 31.9 | 62.3 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +8% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 12,067 | 578,772 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Ridgeway West was highest in the year to July 2022 (492 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (357). Over the whole period it fell 1%, 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 | 385 | 31.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 357 | 29.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 383 | 31.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 489 | 40.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 492 | 40.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 441 | 36.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 432 | 35.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 456 | 37.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 389 | 32.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 30 |
| June 2026 | 49 |
| May 2026 | 36 |
| April 2026 | 29 |
| March 2026 | 32 |
| February 2026 | 19 |
| January 2026 | 28 |
| December 2025 | 23 |
| November 2025 | 26 |
| October 2025 | 35 |
| September 2025 | 40 |
| August 2025 | 38 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Ridgeway 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 anti-social behaviour (+31%) and criminal damage and arson (+25%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-37%) and other theft (-33%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 170 | 14.1 | 0.41 | +18% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 47 | 3.9 | 0.25 | +31% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 35 | 2.9 | 0.43 | +25% |
| Other theft | 31 | 2.6 | 0.40 | -33% |
| Public order | 24 | 2.0 | 0.30 | -20% |
| Drugs | 19 | 1.6 | 0.48 | +46% |
| Vehicle crime | 17 | 1.4 | 0.29 | -37% |
| Other crime | 14 | 1.2 | 0.55 | +133% |
| Burglary | 13 | 1.1 | 0.30 | -28% |
| Shoplifting | 10 | 0.8 | 0.10 | +400% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.2 | 0.12 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.10 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.1 | 0.09 | -67% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.05 | -75% |
Violence and sexual offences in Ridgeway West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Ridgeway West recorded 170 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 44.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Ridgeway West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Ridgeway West recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 12.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Ridgeway West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Ridgeway 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 6.8, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 9.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Ridgeway West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Ridgeway West recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Ridgeway West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Ridgeway West recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Ridgeway West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Ridgeway West recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 46% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Ridgeway West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Ridgeway West recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Ridgeway West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Ridgeway West recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 133% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Ridgeway West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Ridgeway West recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Ridgeway West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Ridgeway 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 8.3, and up 400% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Ridgeway West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Ridgeway West recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Ridgeway West
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Ridgeway West recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Ridgeway West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Ridgeway West recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Ridgeway West
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Ridgeway West recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 75% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Ridgeway West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Ridgeway West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Ridgeway West |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Wycombe & Lane End | 283 | 49.6 | +55% |
| Princes Risborough | 518 | 46.1 | +44% |
| Ridgeway East | 307 | 31.1 | -3% |
| Downley | 352 | 52.7 | +65% |
| Sands | 634 | 89.5 | +181% |
| Castlefield & Oakridge | 953 | 88.2 | +176% |
| Disraeli | 463 | 79.5 | +149% |
| Booker & Cressex | 750 | 150.1 | +370% |
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 Ridgeway West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Hart Moor Close | 15 |
| On or near Mill Lane | 15 |
| On or near Homefield Close | 13 |
| On or near Eastwood Road | 12 |
| On or near Parking Area | 12 |
| On or near Musgrave Walk | 10 |
| On or near Pendles Paddock | 10 |
| On or near New Road | 9 |
| On or near Park Lane | 9 |
| On or near Slough Lane | 9 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Ridgeway 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 | 115 | 29.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 101 | 26.2% |
| Under investigation | 53 | 13.8% |
| Not recorded | 47 | 12.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 29 | 7.5% |
| Local resolution | 17 | 4.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 10 | 2.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 8 | 2.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 1 | 0.3% |
Ridgeway West has an estimated population of 12,067. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Ridgeway West sits in decile 7.2, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Ridgeway West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 75.7% |
| Social rented homes | 8.4% |
| Private rented homes | 15.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.2 |
Is Ridgeway West a safe place to live?
Ridgeway West recorded 31.9 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 Ridgeway West?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 170 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (47).
Is crime in Ridgeway West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Ridgeway West was up 8% on the year before: 385 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 357 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Ridgeway West?
Ridgeway 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 Ridgeway West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.