Hoddesdon Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Hoddesdon, 5.2 crimes were reported in February 2024—a rate 26.8% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure translates to a per-capita risk that is lower than national benchmarks, offering reassurance to residents. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (33.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.4%) and other theft (10.2%). The dominance of violent crime, despite being 28% below the UK average, suggests a combination of local factors, such as community demographics or policing strategies. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with limited outdoor activity—may contribute to the lower overall crime rate, particularly in property-related offences. However, the prominence of violence and anti-social behaviour indicates that social dynamics, such as the presence of transient populations or economic pressures, could play a role. Hoddesdon’s rate of anti-social behaviour (1.1 per 1,000) is 5% above the UK average, a discrepancy that might reflect the area’s built-up nature and the concentration of services or public spaces that could exacerbate such incidents. While the overall crime rate remains low, the shift in crime types from property to violent offences highlights the need for targeted interventions, such as community engagement or support services, to address the root causes of violence. The winter lull may have temporarily suppressed certain crimes, but the persistence of violent and anti-social behaviour underscores the importance of sustained efforts to maintain safety in this built-up area.

February 2024 saw a 250% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 2 to 7 incidents—a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. This surge, coupled with a 200% rise in robbery cases, signals a concerning shift in criminal activity. Meanwhile, public order offences plummeted by 90.9%, dropping from 11 to 1, a dramatic reversal that may reflect seasonal lulls or targeted interventions. Vehicle crime also fell by 28%, from 25 to 18, aligning with the winter-month trend of reduced outdoor activity. Hoddesdon’s violent crime rate (1.8 per 1,000) remained 28% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community dynamics may be effective in curbing violence. The sharp decline in burglary, down 87.5% from 8 to 1, underscores the impact of seasonal factors on property crime, though the absence of bicycle theft and public order offences entirely—both 100% below the UK average—raises questions about local enforcement or reporting patterns. These fluctuations highlight the need for continuous monitoring, as the area’s crime profile shifts between categories, with some types rising sharply while others fall dramatically.

Hoddesdon's crime rate in February 2024 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, a 12.2% decrease from the previous month’s 6.0 per 1,000. This decline places the area 26.8% below the UK average, a consistent trend reflecting broader regional patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 7 crimes per day over the 29-day period, a figure that contextualises the risk as a routine part of life rather than an acute threat. Over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 191 residents, illustrating a low-frequency exposure compared to national benchmarks. This monthly exposure rate, while seemingly small, highlights the importance of maintaining community vigilance and local policing efforts. The decrease in property crimes, particularly burglary and vehicle crime, may partly explain the drop, with 87.5% fewer burglaries and 28% fewer vehicle-related offences compared to January. These shifts suggest seasonal factors—such as reduced outdoor activity in winter—may temper certain crime types, while others, like drug-related offences, show unexpected spikes. The contrast between Hoddesdon’s trends and the UK average underscores the area’s unique characteristics, influenced by its built-up nature and proximity to Broxbourne’s infrastructure.