Thames Valley Police

Is Bucklebury and Downlands Safe?

Crime statistics for Bucklebury and Downlands. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 868 crimes
9 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

868 Crimes (last 12 months)
30.2% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓3.5% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 868 total crimes recorded in Bucklebury and Downlands

Violent Crime
309 35.6%
Criminal Damage & Arson
120 13.8%
Burglary
77 8.9%
Anti-Social Behaviour
76 8.8%
Vehicle Crime
69 7.9%
Other Theft
68 7.8%
Public Order
56 6.5%
Other Crime
25 2.9%
Drugs
24 2.8%
Shoplifting
24 2.8%
Robbery
6 0.7%
Possession of Weapons
6 0.7%
Bicycle Theft
6 0.7%
Theft from Person
2 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Bucklebury and Downlands — last 12 months

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Safest Areas Near Bucklebury and Downlands

Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Bucklebury and Downlands by safety score

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bucklebury and Downlands safe?

Bucklebury and Downlands has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. A total of 868 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 3.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Bucklebury and Downlands are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.

How many crimes were recorded in Bucklebury and Downlands in the last 12 months?

868 crimes were recorded in Bucklebury and Downlands in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 3.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (899 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 309 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Bucklebury and Downlands?

The most common crime in Bucklebury and Downlands is Violent Crime, with 309 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 35.6% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.

Is crime in Bucklebury and Downlands increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Bucklebury and Downlands is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 3.5% — from 899 crimes in the previous 12 months to 868 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Bucklebury and Downlands?

Bucklebury and Downlands has a safety score of 9 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Bucklebury and Downlands compare to the Thames Valley Police average?

Bucklebury and Downlands has a safety score of 9/100, while the Thames Valley Police force area average is 11/100. Bucklebury and Downlands is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Bucklebury and Downlands?

30.2% of crimes recorded in Bucklebury and Downlands resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Thames Valley Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.

How much violent crime is there in Bucklebury and Downlands?

309 violent crimes were recorded in Bucklebury and Downlands in the last 12 months — representing 35.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 76 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.

When was the crime data for Bucklebury and Downlands last updated?

The crime data for Bucklebury and Downlands was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Bucklebury and Downlands with other areas?

You can compare Bucklebury and Downlands with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.