Chepping Wycombe vs Chesham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Chepping Wycombe

HP10 · Buckinghamshire

59

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences22
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Shoplifting7

Chesham

HP5 · Buckinghamshire

115

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Chepping Wycombe has less crime — 59 vs 115 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Chesham recorded notably higher crime than Chepping Wycombe in April 2026 — 115 vs 59 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Chepping Wycombe sees higher rates of Shoplifting (7), 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 Chepping Wycombe or Chesham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Chepping Wycombe recorded fewer crimes than Chesham — 59 vs 115 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Chepping Wycombe is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Chepping Wycombe and Chesham?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Chepping Wycombe saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Chesham had more Public order. Overall, Chepping Wycombe recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 115).

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