Broxbourne Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Broxbourne's overall crime rate in January 2026 stood at 7.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 10.3% above the UK average. This deviation from the national norm is most striking in the category of violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 34.6% of all reported crimes. With 265 incidents recorded, this rate of 2.6 per 1,000 was 4% higher than the UK average, reflecting a pattern consistent with urban areas where social services and community support networks are stretched during the post-holiday period. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 18.0% of the total with a rate of 1.4 per 1,000 — 51% above the UK average. These figures align with the seasonal context of January, a month marked by shorter days and reduced retail footfall, which may contribute to increased tensions in public spaces. Other theft, at 0.8 per 1,000, was 74% above the UK average, suggesting vulnerabilities in unsecured properties or areas with transient populations. The seasonal context of January, a time of transition after the holiday season, may have influenced these patterns. Broxbourne's crime profile in this month illustrates a combination of local demographics and broader national trends.

January 2026 saw sharp increases in robbery, burglary, and vehicle crime, with robbery rising by 100% compared to the previous month. This surge in violent and property crimes contrasts with a 24.5% drop in criminal damage and arson, which fell to 37 incidents from 49. Anti-social behaviour remained high, with a rate 51% above the UK average. The breakdown of crimes reveals a mix of local challenges: while vehicle crime and burglary rose, public order offences were 29% below the UK average. Residents may find the 100% decline in bicycle theft noteworthy, though this category's low base rate limits its significance. The rise in violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences, which account for 34.6% of all reported incidents, suggests a shift in crime dynamics that deserves closer attention.

Broxbourne's crime rate in January 2026 rose to 7.5 per 1,000, a 5.0% increase from the previous month's 7.2 per 1,000. This places the area 10.3% above the UK average, though the pace of change is relatively modest. Daily crime statistics show an average of 25 crimes reported each day, translating to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 133 residents. This figure highlights the frequency of incidents within a typical household over the course of a month. When scaled to Broxbourne's population of 101,900, the rate underscores the need for community awareness, particularly in areas where crime concentrations are highest. The comparison to the previous month suggests a gradual upward trend, though seasonal factors such as post-holiday activity may have played a role in the increase.