High Wycombe vs High Wycombe — Crime Comparison 2026

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

High Wycombe

HP11 · Buckinghamshire

321

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences118
  • Shoplifting56
  • Anti-social behaviour40

High Wycombe

HP12 · Buckinghamshire

226

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences88
  • Anti-social behaviour29
  • Other theft25

High Wycombe has less crime — 226 vs 321 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

High Wycombe saw somewhat more crime than High Wycombe in April 2026 (321 vs 226 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: High Wycombe sees higher rates of Shoplifting (56), while High Wycombe has more Other theft (25). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is High Wycombe or High Wycombe safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, High Wycombe recorded fewer crimes than High Wycombe — 226 vs 321 incidents. That is 30% fewer crimes. High Wycombe is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, High Wycombe saw higher rates of Shoplifting while High Wycombe had more Other theft. Overall, High Wycombe recorded fewer total crimes (226 vs 321).

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