Is Stony Stratford and Wolverton Safe?
Crime statistics for Stony Stratford and Wolverton. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 3,408 total crimes recorded in Stony Stratford and Wolverton
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Month-by-month crime totals for Stony Stratford and Wolverton — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stony Stratford and Wolverton safe?
Stony Stratford and Wolverton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. A total of 3,408 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 1.5% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Stony Stratford and Wolverton are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Stony Stratford and Wolverton in the last 12 months?
3,408 crimes were recorded in Stony Stratford and Wolverton in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 1.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,357 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,413 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Stony Stratford and Wolverton?
The most common crime in Stony Stratford and Wolverton is Violent Crime, with 1,413 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 41.5% 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 Stony Stratford and Wolverton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Stony Stratford and Wolverton is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 1.5% — from 3,357 crimes in the previous 12 months to 3,408 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Stony Stratford and Wolverton?
Stony Stratford and Wolverton has a safety score of 7 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 Stony Stratford and Wolverton compare to the Thames Valley Police average?
Stony Stratford and Wolverton has a safety score of 7/100, while the Thames Valley Police force area average is 11/100. Stony Stratford and Wolverton 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 Stony Stratford and Wolverton?
22.1% of crimes recorded in Stony Stratford and Wolverton 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 Stony Stratford and Wolverton?
1,413 violent crimes were recorded in Stony Stratford and Wolverton in the last 12 months — representing 41.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 463 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 Stony Stratford and Wolverton last updated?
The crime data for Stony Stratford and Wolverton 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 Stony Stratford and Wolverton with other areas?
You can compare Stony Stratford and Wolverton 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.