Bovingdon Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 6,181 residents, Bovingdon recorded 18 crimes in January 2026—a figure that translates to a crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 people, placing the area 57.4% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s consistently low crime profile, a trend that aligns with the character of a built-up area within Dacorum, where smaller communities and lower population density may contribute to reduced opportunities for crime. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 55.6% of all incidents (10 cases), followed by 'other crime' (3 cases) and anti-social behaviour (2 cases). While violence remains a significant concern, its rate (1.6 per 1,000) is 36% below the UK average, suggesting local factors—such as policing presence or community engagement—may mitigate risks. Seasonal context further illuminates this pattern: January, a post-holiday month with reduced retail footfall and shorter days, typically sees fewer outdoor crimes. However, the persistence of violence, even in this low-crime environment, raises questions about underlying dynamics, such as domestic tensions or targeted incidents. The low rate of property crimes (2 cases) and the absence of burglary or theft from the person in the breakdown also reflect the area’s character, where residential density and community vigilance may deter such offences. These findings, when contextualised against the UK average, reinforce that Bovingdon’s crime picture is shaped by a combination of geographic, demographic, and seasonal factors that distinguish it from larger urban centres.

January 2026 saw a dramatic 100.0% increase in vehicle crime, with two incidents reported—up from zero in December. This jump, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain shifts in crime mix, as property crimes (2) remained minimal compared to violent crimes (10). The breakdown shows a notable 28.6% decrease in violence and sexual offences, from 14 to 10, despite these crimes still accounting for 55.6% of all incidents. This category’s rate (1.6 per 1,000) is 36% below the UK average (2.5 per 1,000), suggesting local factors—such as community cohesion or policing focus—may contribute to this divergence. Conversely, 'other crime' rose by 40.0% to three incidents, a category that is 212% above the UK average (0.2 per 1,000). This anomaly, while small in number, warrants attention for residents concerned about less-defined offences. Anti-social behaviour, which fell by 66.7% to two incidents, remains 68% below the UK average (0.9 per 1,000), reinforcing Bovingdon’s generally low levels of disruptive activity.

Bovingdon's crime rate in January 2026 dropped to 2.9 per 1,000 residents, a 42.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.0 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as significantly safer than many comparable locations, though the daily crime context remains critical for residents. Over 31 days, the area recorded an average of one reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, highlights the sporadic nature of incidents in this built-up area. Monthly exposure further illustrates this: over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 343 residents. This ratio, when contextualised against Bovingdon's population of 6,181, suggests that while crime is not a daily concern, awareness of local patterns remains important. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that the area’s low crime rate is not merely a statistical anomaly but a consistent trend, particularly when compared to the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This contrast underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies or community factors that may contribute to sustained safety, even during the post-holiday lull typical of January.