Chalfont St Giles vs Chesham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Chalfont St Giles

HP8 · Buckinghamshire

21

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Public order2

Chesham

HP5 · Buckinghamshire

115

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Chalfont St Giles has less crime — 21 vs 115 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Chesham recorded substantially more crime than Chalfont St Giles in April 2026 — 115 incidents compared to 21, a 5.5x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Chesham records significantly more (39 vs 12 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chalfont St Giles or Chesham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Chalfont St Giles recorded fewer crimes than Chesham — 21 vs 115 incidents. That is 82% fewer crimes. Chalfont St Giles is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Chalfont St Giles and Chesham?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Chalfont St Giles recorded 12 incidents of this type vs 39 in Chesham. Overall, Chalfont St Giles had fewer total crimes (21 vs 115).

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