Dacorum Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Dacorum's June 2023 crime rate of 8.0 per 1,000 residents places it 5.9% below the UK average, reflecting a generally stable but evolving crime profile. Anti-social behaviour remains the most prevalent category (29.8% of total crimes), with 385 incidents reported — a 62% gap above the UK average. This suggests a unique local dynamic, potentially influenced by Dacorum's mix of urban and rural areas, where population density and community interactions may amplify such offences. Violence and sexual offences (26.6% of total) show a 19.9% month-on-month increase, though the area's rate (2.1 per 1,000) is 28% below the UK average, indicating effective local interventions. Shoplifting (8.4% of total) at 0.7 per 1,000 is 30% above the UK average, consistent with the retail presence in towns like Hemel Hempstead. The seasonal context of June — the start of summer and longer daylight hours — may contribute to increased social activity and associated anti-social behaviour, though the area's overall rate remains below national benchmarks. This balance of above and below average performance highlights the complexity of local crime patterns, shaped by both geographical factors and community-specific dynamics.

June saw a 13.6% increase in anti-social behaviour, driven by 385 reported incidents — 62% above the UK average. This surge, coupled with a 35% rise in public order offences, suggests heightened social activity during the summer months. Violent crimes rose 19.9% (287 → 344), though Dacorum's rate remains 28% below the UK average for this category. Conversely, robbery plummeted 60% (15 → 6), a stark contrast to the 100% UK average rate for theft from the person. The area's shoplifting rate (0.7 per 1,000) is 30% above the UK average, likely reflecting the retail presence in key towns like Hemel Hempstead. Residents may note the 55% UK deficit in public order offences, potentially linked to effective local policing in high-traffic areas.

Dacorum's crime rate in June 2023 (8.0 per 1,000 residents) rose 5.5% compared to May's 7.6 per 1,000, marking a slight upward trend. This increase, though modest, contrasts with the area's overall 5.9% below the UK average. Daily crime figures reveal 43 incidents reported each day, a consistent local measure that does not directly compare to national averages. Over the month, one crime occurred for every 125 residents, a figure that contextualises risk in terms of population density. While this rate remains lower than the UK's 8.5 per 1,000, the rise from May suggests potential shifts in local patterns. The population-scaled perspective shows that Dacorum's crime profile, though stable relative to the UK, requires ongoing monitoring as seasonal factors like summer tourism may influence activity levels in the coming months.