Buckingham and District

Anti-Social Behaviour was again voted a priority in the May 2026 community survey.

The local Neighbourhood Policing Team is continuing its work to reduce youth related anti social behaviour (ASB) in Chandos Park, the Skate Park, Bourton Park, Candleford Court, and Hunter Street.
An increase reflects a wider trend across the force and is not unique to Buckingham and the villages. It is likely linked to changes in ASB recording practices introduced over the past year, rather than a genuine surge in ASB crimes or incidents—although the raw numbers may suggest otherwise.
Historically, ASB reports decrease during the winter months as fewer people are out and about. However, ASB remains a priority for the team all year round.
Several local shops recently reported shoplifting incidents involving a prolific offender in Buckingham Town Centre. This individual was located by the local team in Milton Keynes, arrested, charged with three shoplifting offences, and remanded to court.
Officers and PCSOs continue regular patrols in Buckingham Town Centre, which remains a designated hotspot patrol area. If you see us out on foot, please feel free to stop, say hello, and discuss any ASB concerns you may have.
May update: 8 recorded incidents of ASB in April. Actions in April included ASB warning letter issued to youth with full support of parent. A shoplifter was identified by NHPT officers and banning letters issued. A visit to Schools to educate regarding the impacts and consequences of ASB, preparing them for the move to secondary school later this year.
June update: 7 recorded instances of ASB in May a reduction on previous month. visits to home addresses to issue yellow card warning to know offenders, primary school talks and secondary school visits to discuss knife crime.
•Actions will be reviewed on the 30th of each month to track progress and adjust where needed.
•The ASB priority will be reviewed quarterly in line with future community survey results.
If you have any information please report on 101 or online at www.thamesvalley.police.ukj
Call 999 if crime in progress or you are at risk of harm.

Burglary was voted again as a priority for Buckingham in the May 2026 community survey.

The Buckingham Neighbourhood Team continues to focus on deterring and reducing burglary across the area. We are monitoring recorded incidents on a month‑by‑month basis to identify improvements and adjust our actions where necessary.
Between 1 December 2025 and 19 February 2026, there have been eight reported burglaries in the area. These incidents do not follow a pattern of behaviour, are not linked, and appear to be isolated.
The neighbourhood team has successfully resolved two of these offences after identifying a suspect responsible for thefts from a nursery in January. The individual was arrested and issued conditional cautions for the offences.
The team has planned several Have Your Say meetings in next 3 months in Buckingham, engaging with the community, offering crime‑prevention guidance, and signposting to partner agencies where appropriate.
We continue to carry out targeted patrols and door‑to‑door engagement in areas affected by new burglary reports, offering crime‑prevention advice tailored to recent methods of entry. High‑visibility patrols will remain in place, particularly during the darker months when burglary risks can increase. Leaflet drops and home‑security advice will also continue.
May Update: 1 attempted burglary reported of a residential unconnected building. Overall a reduction in previous month figures. Actions in April included 2 HYs events conducted to provide home 1security advice along with 3 leaflet drop events to provide homes with burglary prevention advice.
June update: 1 business burglary and 1 attempt business reported in May 2026. We have started our summer burglary campaign re vacant properties during holidays and targeted rural and urban streets with advisory leaflets. This will continue throughout the summer months with lighter evenings and more properties leaving windows open.
Actions will be reviewed monthly (on the 30th) to assess progress and make changes where needed. Each priority will also undergo a quarterly review in line with community‑survey results.
If you have any information, please call 101 or report online at www.thamesvalley.police.uk.
Dial 999 if a crime is in progress or if you are at immediate risk of harm.

Drugs was voted again as a priority in the Buckingham area in the May 2026 community survey.

Drugs have been identified as a new priority for Buckingham residents following the latest community survey.
In response, the Neighbourhood Policing Team will be working closely with local residents and businesses to identify offenders and take appropriate action. This will include increased high‑visibility patrols and stop checks where necessary.
Ongoing operations in town centre and working with other teams ongoing, we have also developed educational package to deliver to secondary school students.
May update: 3 instances of possession an April. Actions in April included vehicle stops resulting in drug drive arrest, drugs seized in town centre along with targeted patrols and stops of known offenders. Development of a drug educational presentation to be presented at the Buckingham school in May.
June Update: 3 intent to supply instances and 1 possession in May 2026. During May several offenders were remanded making a positive impact on drug supply in the town area. Junes actions to include further plain clothed proactive patrols along with joint working with other departments and partners .
Actions will be reviewed on the 30th of each month to ensure progress is being made, and this priority will be formally reviewed quarterly in line with community survey results.
If you have any information, please report it via 101 or online at www.thamesvalley.police.uk.
In an emergency or if a crime is in progress, always call 999.