Amersham vs Chesham — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Amersham

HP6 · Buckinghamshire

57

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences28
  • Shoplifting7
  • Public order5

Chesham

HP5 · Buckinghamshire

115

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Public order13

Amersham has less crime — 57 vs 115 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Amersham or Chesham safer?

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.

What are the main differences in crime between Amersham and Chesham?

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).

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