Thames Valley Police

Is Marlow South West Rural Safe?

Crime statistics for Marlow South West Rural. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.

Last 36 months: June 2023 – May 2026 1,529 crimes
57 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

1,529 Crimes (last 36 months)
50.9% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓34.7% 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 36 months — 1,529 total crimes recorded in Marlow South West Rural

Violent Crime
612 40%
Other Theft
188 12.3%
Anti-Social Behaviour
160 10.5%
Criminal Damage & Arson
156 10.2%
Vehicle Crime
107 7%
Public Order
101 6.6%
Burglary
67 4.4%
Drugs
43 2.8%
Other Crime
39 2.6%
Shoplifting
19 1.2%
Possession of Weapons
16 1%
Theft from Person
13 0.9%
Robbery
6 0.4%
Bicycle Theft
2 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Marlow South West Rural — last 36 months

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Safest Areas Near Marlow South West Rural

Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Marlow South West Rural by safety score

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlow South West Rural safe?

Marlow South West Rural has a CrimeRadar safety score of 57/100, rated Average. A total of 374 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 34.7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Marlow South West Rural are broadly in line with the UK average.

How many crimes were recorded in Marlow South West Rural in the last 12 months?

374 crimes were recorded in Marlow South West Rural 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 34.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (573 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 612 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Marlow South West Rural?

The most common crime in Marlow South West Rural is Violent Crime, with 612 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 163.6% 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 Marlow South West Rural increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Marlow South West Rural is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 34.7% — from 573 crimes in the previous 12 months to 374 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Marlow South West Rural?

Marlow South West Rural has a safety score of 57 out of 100 (Average). 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 Marlow South West Rural compare to the Thames Valley Police average?

Marlow South West Rural has a safety score of 57/100, while the Thames Valley Police force area average is 13/100. Marlow South West Rural is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Marlow South West Rural?

50.9% of crimes recorded in Marlow South West Rural 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 Marlow South West Rural?

612 violent crimes were recorded in Marlow South West Rural in the last 12 months — representing 163.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 160 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 Marlow South West Rural last updated?

The crime data for Marlow South West Rural was last updated in May 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 Marlow South West Rural with other areas?

You can compare Marlow South West Rural 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: May 2026.