Cheshunt Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cheshunt's July 2023 crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents places it 16.9% below the UK average of 8.3, reflecting a pattern of lower-than-national-level crime in this built-up area within Broxbourne. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (24.1%) and shoplifting (15.7%). This mix aligns with the area's character as a commuter town with a mix of residential and retail spaces, where community policing efforts and local initiatives may contribute to reduced violent crime. However, shoplifting remains a notable concern, with rates 83% above the UK average. The seasonal context of July – a peak summer month with schools closed and festivals active – could influence crime patterns, particularly in areas with high foot traffic. While violent crime rates are lower than national averages, anti-social behaviour remains a significant local issue, linked to increased youth activity during school holidays. The relatively low burglary and vehicle crime rates compared to the UK average may reflect effective local security measures or the area's demographic profile, though further analysis would be needed to confirm these factors.

July 2023 saw a sharp 100% increase in burglary incidents, rising from 5 to 10 cases. This spike contrasts with a 66.7% rise in bicycle theft, which climbed from 3 to 5 cases, possibly reflecting increased summer cycling activity or targeted thefts at local events. Conversely, other crime categories showed marked declines, with 'other crime' falling 75% from 4 to 1 incidents, and possession of weapons dropping by the same proportion. Drug-related offences also decreased by 63.6%, from 11 to 4 cases, though this remains an area of concern given the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. The breakdown of crimes reveals a complex picture: while violent crime rates (2.2 per 1,000) are 21% below the UK average, anti-social behaviour (1.7 per 1,000) is 20% above national levels. Shoplifting stands out as particularly elevated, with 1.1 per 1,000 incidents – 83% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000 – suggesting a need for targeted retail security measures. Residents may find the daily crime count of 10 incidents useful context, though this remains well below the national average when scaled to population size.

Cheshunt's July 2023 crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 represents an 18.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.4, marking a continued downward trend. This decline contrasts with the UK average of 8.3, where Cheshunt's rate remains 16.9% lower. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 10 crimes per day in July, a figure that, while local to Cheshunt, provides residents with a concrete measure of monthly activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 145 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to population size, Cheshunt's performance against the UK average becomes even more pronounced: while violent crime rates are 21% below national levels, anti-social behaviour remains 20% above. This discrepancy highlights the area's unique challenges, particularly in managing public order during summer months. The 18.1% month-on-month reduction suggests that local initiatives or seasonal factors may be influencing crime trends, though further analysis would be needed to confirm these patterns.