Dacorum Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Dacorum’s crime mix in August 2024 reveals a distinctive profile shaped by both local characteristics and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 30.5% of all recorded crimes, making them the most prevalent category, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.7%) and shoplifting (9.8%). This balance suggests a focus on interpersonal and community-based issues, with violence and anti-social behaviour likely tied to social dynamics in residential and commercial areas. The area’s overall crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents is 12.2% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect Dacorum’s suburban character and effective policing strategies. August, as a peak holiday month, likely influenced some patterns, such as the 25.6% increase in shoplifting, which could be linked to higher foot traffic in retail zones. Conversely, anti-social behaviour’s rise may be associated with increased social gatherings during the summer. The lower-than-average rates for violent crime and theft from the person suggest that local initiatives or community engagement efforts may be contributing to a safer environment. However, vehicle crime remains a concern, with Dacorum’s rate 56% above the UK average, due to the presence of commuter routes or car parks. These findings illustrate a combination of local geography, population demographics, and seasonal factors, all of which shape the area’s crime profile.

August 2024 saw significant shifts in crime patterns across Dacorum. Shoplifting increased by 25.6% compared to July, reaching 113 incidents, a figure that may partly reflect the start of the holiday season and increased retail activity. Bicycle theft also rose sharply by 50%, with six reported cases, potentially linked to the summer months and higher bicycle usage. Meanwhile, theft from the person fell by 36.4% to seven incidents, a drop that may indicate heightened awareness or seasonal factors reducing opportunities for such crimes. Anti-social behaviour increased by 34%, with 67 incidents reported, suggesting ongoing challenges in managing public order. Dacorum’s rate for violence and sexual offences (2.2 per 1,000) is 18% below the UK average, a consistent strength in the area’s crime profile. Vehicle crime, however, remains 56% above the UK average at 0.7 per 1,000, highlighting a specific vulnerability in this category.

Dacorum’s crime rate in August 2024 fell to 7.2 per 1,000 residents, a 6.9% decrease from July’s 7.7 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in recent months, though August’s figures remain consistent with the area’s generally lower-than-average crime profile. On a daily basis, the district recorded roughly 37 crimes per day in August, a figure that reflects the local population’s size and density. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 140 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This monthly exposure metric provides context for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of experiencing crime is modest. The population of 161,420 further shapes the interpretation of these figures, as larger communities often see more absolute numbers of crimes even with lower per-capita rates. The comparison to the UK average highlights Dacorum’s effectiveness in managing crime, particularly in categories such as violence and theft from the person, where rates are significantly below the national average.