Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HP6 · Buckinghamshire
57
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
HP5 · Buckinghamshire
115
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Amersham has less crime — 57 vs 115 incidents in April 2026.
Chesham recorded notably higher crime than Amersham in April 2026 — 115 vs 57 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Amersham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (7), while Chesham has more Anti-social behaviour (21). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on April 2026 Police data, Amersham recorded fewer crimes than Chesham — 57 vs 115 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Amersham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Amersham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Chesham had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Amersham recorded fewer total crimes (57 vs 115).