Beaconsfield vs High Wycombe — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Beaconsfield

HP9 · Buckinghamshire

74

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences20
  • Vehicle crime15
  • Shoplifting12

High Wycombe

HP13 · Buckinghamshire

321

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences115
  • Shoplifting38
  • Other theft28

Beaconsfield has less crime — 74 vs 321 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

High Wycombe recorded substantially more crime than Beaconsfield in February 2026 — 321 incidents compared to 74, a 4.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Beaconsfield sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (15), while High Wycombe has more Other theft (28). Beaconsfield is below the national average while High Wycombe is above, making Beaconsfield the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beaconsfield or High Wycombe safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Beaconsfield recorded fewer crimes than High Wycombe — 74 vs 321 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Beaconsfield is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Beaconsfield and High Wycombe?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Beaconsfield saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while High Wycombe had more Other theft. Overall, Beaconsfield recorded fewer total crimes (74 vs 321).

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