Cheshunt Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cheshunt’s crime rate in January 2025 stood at 7.3 per 1,000 residents, 2.8% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure underscores a localised anomaly, particularly in shoplifting, which was 110% above the UK average, and possession of weapons, which was 233% above. These spikes contrast with other categories, such as theft from the person, which fell sharply. The overall crime profile reveals a mix of violent and property-related offences, with violence and sexual offences (93 incidents) being the most common category, followed by shoplifting (56) and anti-social behaviour (43). The post-holiday period likely influenced these patterns, as shorter days and reduced retail footfall may have altered criminal activity. However, the sharp increase in shoplifting—despite lower foot traffic—suggests potential vulnerabilities in local retail security or targeted tactics by offenders. Anti-social behaviour, while slightly above the UK average, remained a persistent issue, reflecting broader social dynamics in the area. The relatively low burglary rate (5 incidents, 67% below UK average) may be attributed to Cheshunt’s built-up nature, where homes are more densely packed and monitored. These trends highlight the need for targeted interventions in shoplifting and weapon possession, while the overall rate remains modest compared to larger urban centres.

January 2025 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, with shoplifting rising by 166.7% to 56 incidents, significantly outpacing the UK average by 110%. This surge may be linked to post-holiday retail activity or targeted thefts in high-traffic areas. Possession of weapons also saw a dramatic 300% increase, jumping from 2 to 8 incidents, a figure 233% above the UK average. This anomaly warrants attention, though can be established without further data. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 83.3%, from 6 to 1 incident, possibly reflecting reduced foot traffic during the post-holiday period. The crime mix shifted slightly, with violent crimes (29.5% of total) remaining the largest category, but property crimes—particularly shoplifting—accounting for a growing share. Residents may find the 110% above UK average for shoplifting particularly notable, as it suggests a unique local challenge compared to national trends.

Cheshunt’s crime rate in January 2025 rose to 7.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 14.9% increase from the previous month’s 6.3 per 1,000. This upward trend suggests a shift in local crime dynamics, though the rate remains close to the UK average. On a daily basis, approximately 10 crimes were reported each day in January, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a relatively small built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 138 residents, a figure that contextualises the exposure of the local population to crime. With a population of 43,446, this translates to a manageable but noticeable level of criminal activity. The comparison to the UK average is limited to the overall rate, as per-category UK comparisons are not available for all crime types in this area. The rise in crime appears to be concentrated in specific categories, such as shoplifting and possession of weapons, which will be explored further in the highlights section.