Hoddesdon Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hoddesdon’s crime rate in May 2024 stood at 6.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 17.9% below the UK average of 8.4. This performance, while positive, reflects a combination of local factors and broader national trends. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 28.2% of all reported incidents. This was followed by anti-social behaviour (23.9%) and other theft (11.6%), with all three categories showing distinct relationships to Hoddesdon’s character as a built-up area within Broxbourne. The presence of retail hubs and social spaces may contribute to the prominence of anti-social behaviour, while the relatively high rate of violence and sexual offences could be linked to the area’s mix of residential and commercial zones. Seasonal factors also played a role: May’s longer evenings and increased outdoor drinking may have influenced patterns of public order offences and anti-social behaviour. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 40.9% compared to April, due to targeted policing or reduced foot traffic during bank holidays. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, shows a 43.3% increase from the previous month, underscoring the need to monitor short-term fluctuations. This data illustrates the importance of contextualising crime trends within both local and national frameworks, ensuring that interventions are tailored to Hoddesdon’s specific needs without overgeneralising from broader statistics.

May 2024 saw a sharp rise in public order offences, surging by 137.5% to 19 incidents—a stark contrast to the previous month’s 8. This increase may partly explain the overall 43.3% monthly rise in the area’s crime rate. Other crime also rose sharply, with incidents jumping 166.7% to 8, suggesting a shift in the nature of reported incidents. Burglary, meanwhile, rose by 133.3% to 7, a trend that could reflect seasonal factors such as warmer evenings and increased outdoor activity. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 40.9% to 13, due to targeted policing efforts or reduced foot traffic in retail areas. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 28.2% of all crimes, though they remained 30% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, however, was 17% above the national benchmark, indicating a need for local interventions in public spaces. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of Hoddesdon’s crime picture, with some categories responding to seasonal rhythms while others show signs of sustained pressure.

Hoddesdon's crime rate in May 2024 rose by 43.3% compared to the previous month, climbing from 4.8 to 6.9 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains 17.9% below the UK average of 8.4. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly nine crimes per day in May, a figure that reflects local patterns rather than national trends. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 144 residents—a monthly aggregate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population. While this rate is lower than the UK average, the upward movement from April highlights the need to monitor seasonal fluctuations. The population context further underscores that Hoddesdon’s crime profile is distinct: with 41,016 residents, the 284 reported crimes in May represent a manageable but not insignificant proportion of the community. This perspective helps residents gauge risk in relation to their immediate environment, though it does not account for variations in local policing or community engagement initiatives.