Hemel Hempstead Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hemel Hempstead’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 11.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 35.8% increase above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure underscores a significant divergence from national trends, particularly in the dominance of violent and anti-social crime. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all reported crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000 (29% above). Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 28.6% of total crimes, a rate 125% above the UK average. These figures suggest a combination of local social dynamics and broader regional patterns. The area’s built-up nature within Dacorum, coupled with its role as a commuter hub, may contribute to heightened interpersonal tensions and public disorder. Seasonal factors also appear relevant: June marks the beginning of summer, a period often associated with increased social activity and potential strain on local infrastructure. However, a direct link between seasonal changes and the specific rise in violent crime. The persistent gap between Hemel Hempstead’s rates and UK averages highlights the need for targeted interventions. The prominence of shoplifting and other thefts—both above UK levels—may reflect the presence of retail centres or high foot traffic in certain areas. This snapshot of June’s crime profile illustrates a community grappling with challenges that require both immediate response and long-term planning.

June 2025 saw a striking 100% increase in drug-related crimes, with reports rising from 9 to 18. This surge, which may reflect seasonal shifts in illicit activity or unmet demand for substances during summer months, contrasts sharply with an 85.7% drop in bicycle thefts, likely due to reduced usage of bikes in warmer weather. Other notable changes included a 53.8% rise in 'other crime' and a 41.5% increase in public order offences, which may indicate heightened tensions in public spaces. Conversely, burglary fell by 21.1%, linked to improved security measures or altered patterns of property crime during summer. The data also reveals that Hemel Hempstead’s rate of violence and sexual offences—3.7 per 1,000—remains 29% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 125% above national levels. This divergence suggests that local factors, such as population density or community engagement, may play a role in these trends. For residents, the most immediate concern appears to be the sharp rise in drug-related incidents, which may require increased policing or community-based support programmes. The contrast between rising drug crimes and falling vehicle thefts also highlights the need for more nuanced strategies addressing different types of criminal activity.

Hemel Hempstead’s crime rate in June 2025 rose to 11.0 per 1,000 residents, a 13.2% increase from the previous month’s rate of 9.8 per 1,000. This upward trend places the area’s monthly exposure at one reported crime for every 91 residents, a figure that, while not directly comparable to UK-wide statistics, underscores the localised nature of these challenges. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 36 crimes per day, a pace that may feel more pronounced in a built-up area with concentrated populations. The 35.8% gap between Hemel Hempstead’s rate and the UK average (8.1 per 1,000) is particularly stark when considering the area’s population of 97,198. While UK averages mask regional variations, the disparity here suggests that Hemel Hempstead’s specific socio-economic and spatial characteristics—such as its commuter belt function or proximity to London—may amplify certain types of crime. The 1-in-91 resident monthly exposure figure, though not a daily metric, illustrates the frequency at which crime impacts individual households. This comparison with the previous month’s rate highlights the volatility of crime trends, even within a single area. The absence of a UK-wide daily crime figure means that Hemel Hempstead’s data must be interpreted within its own context, focusing on how local factors interact with national patterns to shape outcomes.