Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HP5 · Buckinghamshire
131
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
HP12 · Buckinghamshire
219
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Chesham has less crime — 131 vs 219 incidents in February 2026.
High Wycombe recorded notably higher crime than Chesham in February 2026 — 219 vs 131 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Chesham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (36) and Anti-social behaviour (14), while High Wycombe has more Shoplifting (28) and Drugs (24). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Chesham recorded fewer crimes than High Wycombe — 131 vs 219 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. High Wycombe is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Chesham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Anti-social behaviour while High Wycombe had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Chesham recorded fewer total crimes (131 vs 219).