Crime in Wendover: statistics, rates and trends
391 crimes were recorded in Wendover in the 12 months to July 2026, 40.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 10% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Wendover at a glance
- Crime trends in Wendover
- Types of crime in Wendover
- Wendover compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Wendover
- Streets with the most crime in Wendover
- What happened after crimes were reported in Wendover
- Population and deprivation in Wendover
- Questions about crime in Wendover
- About this data
391 crimes were recorded in Wendover in the 12 months to July 2026, 40.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 10% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 172 reports (44% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Wendover has the 1,299th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Wendover | Buckinghamshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 391 | 36,056 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 40.4 | 62.3 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +10% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 9,683 | 578,772 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Wendover was highest in the year to July 2021 (575 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (354). Over the whole period it fell 12%, 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 | 391 | 40.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 354 | 36.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 411 | 42.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 419 | 43.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 439 | 45.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 575 | 59.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 393 | 40.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 370 | 38.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 442 | 45.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 55 |
| June 2026 | 29 |
| May 2026 | 53 |
| April 2026 | 37 |
| March 2026 | 30 |
| February 2026 | 21 |
| January 2026 | 24 |
| December 2025 | 31 |
| November 2025 | 21 |
| October 2025 | 33 |
| September 2025 | 21 |
| August 2025 | 36 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Wendover 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 other theft (+30%) and anti-social behaviour (+29%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-39%) and criminal damage and arson (-37%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 172 | 17.8 | 0.52 | +10% |
| Other theft | 52 | 5.4 | 0.84 | +30% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 44 | 4.5 | 0.30 | +29% |
| Public order | 33 | 3.4 | 0.51 | +74% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 24 | 2.5 | 0.37 | -37% |
| Shoplifting | 14 | 1.4 | 0.17 | +27% |
| Vehicle crime | 14 | 1.4 | 0.29 | -39% |
| Other crime | 13 | 1.3 | 0.64 | +18% |
| Drugs | 9 | 0.9 | 0.28 | +125% |
| Burglary | 8 | 0.8 | 0.23 | -33% |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.3 | 0.23 | +50% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.2 | 0.25 | +0% |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.2 | 0.12 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.1 | 0.11 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Wendover
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Wendover recorded 172 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 44.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Wendover
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Wendover recorded 52 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 13.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Wendover
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Wendover recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 11.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Wendover
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Wendover recorded 33 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 74% on the year before. It made up 8.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Wendover
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Wendover recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Wendover
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Wendover recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Wendover
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Wendover recorded 14 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 39% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Wendover
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Wendover recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Wendover
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Wendover recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 125% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Wendover
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Wendover recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Wendover
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Wendover recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Wendover
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Wendover recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Wendover
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Wendover recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Wendover
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Wendover 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 50% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Wendover, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Wendover.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Wendover |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Clinton | 214 | 42.0 | +4% |
| Stoke Mandeville | 225 | 42.0 | +4% |
| Tring | 737 | 56.5 | +40% |
| Aylesbury | 8,189 | 90.2 | +123% |
| Prestwood and Great Missenden | 340 | 48.0 | +19% |
| Princes Risborough | 420 | 47.4 | +17% |
| Chesham | 1,648 | 73.3 | +82% |
| Berkhamsted | 1,258 | 57.0 | +41% |
1 areas within Wendover, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Wendover, Halton & Stoke Mandeville had the highest rate (39.7 per 1,000) and Wendover, Halton & Stoke Mandeville the lowest (39.7). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wendover, Halton & Stoke Mandeville | Neighbourhood | 13,192 | 524 | 39.7 |
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 Wendover over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Nash Lee End | 40 |
| On or near Hale Lane | 31 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 29 |
| On or near Chiltern Court | 16 |
| On or near The Poplars | 15 |
| On or near Water Meadow Way | 15 |
| On or near Icknield Close | 11 |
| On or near Nocton Hall Drive | 11 |
| On or near Juson'S Glebe | 10 |
| On or near Babington Road | 9 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Wendover 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 | 127 | 32.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 94 | 24.0% |
| Under investigation | 58 | 14.8% |
| Not recorded | 44 | 11.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 17 | 4.3% |
| Local resolution | 15 | 3.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 12 | 3.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 12 | 3.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 7 | 1.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.8% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.5% |
Wendover has an estimated population of 9,683. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Wendover sits in decile 8.6, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Wendover |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 66.1% |
| Social rented homes | 12.8% |
| Private rented homes | 21.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.6 |
Is Wendover a safe place to live?
Wendover recorded 40.4 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 Wendover?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 172 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (52).
Is crime in Wendover going up or down?
Recorded crime in Wendover was up 10% on the year before: 391 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 354 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Wendover?
Wendover 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 Wendover. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.