Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HP9 · Buckinghamshire
67
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
HP5 · Buckinghamshire
115
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Beaconsfield has less crime — 67 vs 115 incidents in April 2026.
Chesham recorded notably higher crime than Beaconsfield in April 2026 — 115 vs 67 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Beaconsfield sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13) and Vehicle crime (12), while Chesham has more Anti-social behaviour (21) and Public order (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Beaconsfield recorded fewer crimes than Chesham — 67 vs 115 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Beaconsfield is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Beaconsfield saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Chesham had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Beaconsfield recorded fewer total crimes (67 vs 115).