Crime in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire: statistics, rates and trends
172 crimes were recorded in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire in the 12 months to August 2026, 32.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and down 11% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire at a glance
- Crime trends in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire
- Types of crime in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire
- Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire
- What happened after crimes were reported in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire
- Demographics of Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire
- Questions about crime in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (88), other theft (17) and public order (16) made up 70% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 3,710th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lowest tenth.
| Measure | Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire | Buckinghamshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 172 | 35,812 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 32.3 | 61.9 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -11% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 5,332 | 578,772 | 58,127,638 |
Recorded crime in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire peaked in the year to August 2023 (239 crimes) and was lowest in the year to August 2019 (153). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it rose 6%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 172 | 32.3 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 194 | 36.4 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 197 | 36.9 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 239 | 44.8 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 237 | 44.4 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 206 | 38.6 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 164 | 30.8 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 153 | 28.7 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 163 | 30.6 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 22 |
| July 2026 | 15 |
| June 2026 | 11 |
| May 2026 | 22 |
| April 2026 | 8 |
| March 2026 | 9 |
| February 2026 | 10 |
| January 2026 | 13 |
| December 2025 | 14 |
| November 2025 | 21 |
| October 2025 | 14 |
| September 2025 | 13 |
No category with at least 20 crimes was notably above the England and Wales rate, and violence and sexual offences (52% below) was well below it.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 88 | 16.5 | 34.2 | -14% |
| Other theft | 17 | 3.2 | 6.4 | n/a |
| Public order | 16 | 3.0 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Anti-social behaviour | 15 | 2.8 | 15.4 | n/a |
| Criminal damage and arson | 12 | 2.3 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Vehicle crime | 9 | 1.7 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Drugs | 6 | 1.1 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Burglary | 3 | 0.6 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Other crime | 3 | 0.6 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.2 | 0.8 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 1 | 0.2 | 8.5 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.2 | 1.7 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
7 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire; the highest is Aylesbury North West (105.7 per 1,000) and the lowest Long Crendon, Buckinghamshire (30.2).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Crendon | 144 | 30.2 | -6% |
| Haddenham & Stone | 421 | 36.3 | +13% |
| Grendon Underwood & The Claydons | 446 | 36.8 | +14% |
| Berryfields, Buckingham Park & Watermead | 739 | 45.4 | +41% |
| Quainton | 185 | 34.0 | +5% |
| Aylesbury West | 760 | 61.9 | +92% |
| Aylesbury North West | 1,404 | 105.7 | +228% |
| Aylesbury South West | 1,019 | 81.8 | +154% |
The 10 locations below account for 48% of the crime recorded in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Parking Area” (24).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 24 |
| On or near Police Station | 12 |
| On or near Golden Mede | 7 |
| On or near Grove Way | 7 |
| On or near Warmstone Lane | 7 |
| On or near Dorton Road | 6 |
| On or near Brill Road | 5 |
| On or near Frederick Street | 5 |
| On or near Sharp'S Close | 5 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 5 |
Of the 157 crimes in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire with a recorded outcome, 23% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 0.6% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 15 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 69 | 43.9% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 36 | 22.9% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 23 | 14.6% | 11.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 13 | 8.3% | 4.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 4.5% | 1.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 2 | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 1.3% | 3.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 1 | 0.6% | 5.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.6% | 0.6% |
Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire has an estimated population of 5,332 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has fewer households without a car (7.3%, against 23.3%), fewer students (5.3%, against 7.9%) and less social housing (12%, against 17%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire average decile 6.3 (1 = most deprived), close to the middle.
| Measure | Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.4% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.0% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 63.0% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 22.6% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 5.3% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 40.5% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 13.6% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 7.3% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 68.7% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 12.0% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 19.1% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.3 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire a safe place to live?
Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire recorded 32.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 3,710th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest).
What is the most common crime in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 88 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by other theft (17).
Is crime in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire going up or down?
Recorded crime in Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire was down 11% on the year before: 172 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 194 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire?
About 5,332 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 21% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire?
Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire is policed by Thames Valley.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.