Dacorum Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Dacorum's August 2025 crime profile reveals a combination of violent and property crime, with the area's overall rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents (12.3% below the UK average) shaped by distinct patterns in offence types. The most prevalent category — violence and sexual offences (32.4% of total crimes) — was lower than the UK average (2.9 per 1,000 vs 2.3 per 1,000), a disparity likely attributable to Dacorum's largely rural and suburban character, which may limit opportunities for certain violent crimes. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category (25.7% of total crimes), stood at 1.8 per 1,000, a rate 23% above the UK average — a finding that could reflect the pressures of a commuter population and the challenges of managing community tensions in a mixed-use area. Other theft (8.2% of total crimes) and burglary (5.5% of total crimes) showed contrasting trends, with the latter rising sharply despite the UK average for burglary being 0.3 per 1,000 (Dacorum's rate at 0.4 per 1,000). This divergence may be explained by the seasonal context of August, when increased holiday activity and empty homes could create conditions conducive to burglary. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.4 per 1,000) — both below the UK average — suggest that Dacorum's infrastructure and community management practices may be effective in mitigating these specific risks. However, the sharp rise in burglary cases and the persistent above-average rates of anti-social behaviour indicate that local authorities may need to target these areas for further intervention.

August 2025 revealed stark contrasts in crime trends, with burglary surging by 85.3% (34 → 63) — a jump consistent with the seasonal context of increased property crime during August's peak holiday period. This spike, though significant, was offset by a 51.3% decline in shoplifting, a trend likely influenced by reduced foot traffic in retail areas during the summer months. Dacorum's violent crime rate (2.3 per 1,000) was 20% below the UK average, a divergence that may reflect the area's lower population density and reduced concentrations of nightlife venues. Conversely, anti-social behaviour (1.8 per 1,000) was 23% above the UK average, a disparity that could be linked to Dacorum's commuter population and the associated pressures of daily life. The 16.0% increase in other theft cases may signal shifting criminal tactics from the data alone.

Dacorum's crime rate in August 2025 (7.1 per 1,000 residents) marked a 21.0% decline from July's 9.0 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. This reduction aligns with a broader pattern observed over the past year, though August's rate remains 12.3% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 37 crimes per day in August, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the local community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 141 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to other areas. This statistic, when paired with the population-scaled perspective, illustrates that while crime remains a concern, its impact on individual residents is proportionally limited. The contrast with the UK average highlights Dacorum's effectiveness in maintaining public safety, though specific categories like anti-social behaviour and burglary reveal localised challenges that warrant closer attention.