Chepping Wycombe vs High Wycombe — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Chepping Wycombe

HP10 · Buckinghamshire

63

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Drugs10
  • Other theft7

High Wycombe

HP12 · Buckinghamshire

219

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences78
  • Shoplifting28
  • Drugs24

Chepping Wycombe has less crime — 63 vs 219 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

High Wycombe recorded substantially more crime than Chepping Wycombe in February 2026 — 219 incidents compared to 63, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Chepping Wycombe sees higher rates of Other theft (7), while High Wycombe has more Shoplifting (28). Chepping Wycombe is below the national average while High Wycombe is above, making Chepping Wycombe the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chepping Wycombe or High Wycombe safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Chepping Wycombe recorded fewer crimes than High Wycombe — 63 vs 219 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Chepping Wycombe is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Chepping Wycombe saw higher rates of Other theft while High Wycombe had more Shoplifting. Overall, Chepping Wycombe recorded fewer total crimes (63 vs 219).

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