Hoddesdon Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hoddesdon’s crime profile in November 2025 reveals a combination of local factors and national trends. The overall crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents places the area 8.2% below the UK average, a figure that underscores its relative safety compared to the broader context. However, the breakdown of crime types highlights specific areas of concern. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all incidents, a proportion that, while lower than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (14% below), remains a significant share of the local crime burden. This may reflect the area’s demographic composition, with a mix of younger residents and transient populations that could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, stood out as a category far exceeding the UK average, with rates 42% higher. This is consistent with Hoddesdon’s character as a built-up area within Broxbourne, where the proximity of residential zones to commercial hubs may amplify noise complaints, vandalism, and other disturbances. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter days and the approach of Bonfire Night—may have influenced crime patterns, with public order offences and anti-social behaviour likely exacerbated by the darker evenings and increased community gatherings. Shoplifting rates fell sharply, aligning with the post-Black Friday shopping period, while vehicle crime remained stable. These fluctuations suggest that local crime dynamics are shaped by both fixed characteristics of the area and the ebb and flow of seasonal events.

November 2025 saw a 500% increase in burglary reports, rising from 1 to 6 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors such as increased home occupancy during the holiday season or shifts in criminal activity patterns. Conversely, shoplifting rates dropped by 45.8%, with 13 incidents reported compared to 24 in October, likely influenced by the post-Black Friday shopping lull. Anti-social behaviour remained a notable concern, with rates 42% above the UK average at 1.5 per 1,000. This category, which includes noise complaints and public disturbances, may be exacerbated by the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces, where late-night activity can concentrate. Violent crime also saw a significant decrease, falling 28.3% to 91 incidents, a drop consistent with the quieter evenings of November compared to the summer months. The contrast between rising burglary and falling violent crime illustrates the shifting dynamics of local crime, with property-related offences gaining prominence.

Hoddesdon's crime rate in November 2025 fell 23.4% compared to the previous month, dropping from 8.7 to 6.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the end of the autumn term, when student populations may disperse, reducing pressures on local services. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 9 crimes per day in November, a figure that reflects both the overall rate and the distribution of crime types. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 150 residents experienced a reported crime, a ratio that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population. When compared to the UK average, Hoddesdon’s rate remains 8.2% lower, though this gap is narrower than in previous months. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the area is safer than the UK average, the 1-in-150 figure suggests crime remains a tangible concern for residents, particularly in specific categories such as anti-social behaviour, which exceeds the UK average by 42%. This contrast underscores the need for targeted local strategies, as national trends may not fully capture regional nuances.