Aylesbury vs Chesham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Aylesbury

HP20 · Buckinghamshire

445

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences156
  • Shoplifting81
  • Anti-social behaviour41

Chesham

HP5 · Buckinghamshire

115

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Chesham has less crime — 115 vs 445 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Aylesbury recorded substantially more crime than Chesham in April 2026 — 445 incidents compared to 115, a 3.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aylesbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (81), while Chesham has more Public order (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aylesbury or Chesham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Chesham recorded fewer crimes than Aylesbury — 115 vs 445 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Aylesbury is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Aylesbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Chesham had more Public order. Overall, Chesham recorded fewer total crimes (115 vs 445).

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