Hoddesdon Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hoddesdon's crime profile in January 2024 revealed a combination of local and national trends. The overall crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents placed the area 18.9% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a figure that underscores its relatively safer standing compared to the national context. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 34.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (25.3%) and vehicle crime (10.2%). This distribution suggests a mix of persistent challenges and seasonal factors influencing crime patterns. The post-holiday period in January likely contributed to the reduced retail footfall and shorter days, which may have dampened outdoor crimes typically associated with busier seasons. However, the area's lower-than-average rates for burglary (44% below UK average) and shoplifting (47% below UK average) indicate effective local measures or community dynamics that mitigate certain crime types. The category of violence and sexual offences in Hoddesdon was 19% below the UK average, a discrepancy that could be attributed to the area's built-up character and lower levels of conflict in public spaces. The presence of anti-social behaviour at 52% above the UK average, however, highlights a specific challenge that may require targeted interventions. As a built-up area within Broxbourne, Hoddesdon's crime picture reflects the tensions between urban living and community policing efforts, with certain categories showing both strengths and vulnerabilities that warrant continued monitoring.

January 2024 saw a sharp 100.0% increase in theft from the person, with incidents rising from 1 to 2. This spike, though small in absolute terms, warrants attention given the typically low frequency of such crimes in the area. Public order offences also surged by 37.5%, reflecting a shift in the crime mix that may relate to post-holiday social dynamics. Anti-social behaviour rose by 6.9%, a modest but notable increase that could be linked to seasonal transitions. Conversely, robbery fell by 80.0% compared to the previous month, with incidents dropping from 5 to 1—due to reduced foot traffic in retail areas. The category of anti-social behaviour stands out as 52% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect local community characteristics or policing priorities. Meanwhile, vehicle crime remained 20% above the UK average, consistent with Hoddesdon's built-up area profile and commuter traffic patterns.

Hoddesdon's crime rate in January 2024 (6.0 per 1,000 residents) marked a 20.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the post-holiday seasonal context, which typically sees reduced retail footfall and fewer outdoor activities. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 8 crimes per day in January, a figure that reflects local patterns rather than national averages. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 167 residents. This rate, while lower than the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, highlights the area's relatively safer profile compared to the national context. The reduction in robbery by 80.0% and drugs-related crime by 50.0% suggests temporary factors may have influenced these categories, though the long-term trend remains unclear. The daily crime count, while consistent with previous months, offers a practical benchmark for residents to gauge local risk levels.