Dacorum Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Dacorum for August 2025 reveals a distinctive balance between violent and property-related offences, shaped by both local characteristics and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.4% of all crimes, making them the most prevalent category, followed by anti-social behaviour at 25.7%. This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences typically constitute a smaller share, suggesting that Dacorum’s social dynamics or policing priorities may differ. The area’s overall crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 is 12.3% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect its suburban or semi-rural character, where community engagement and lower population density could contribute to lower rates of certain crimes. However, the crime mix shows notable divergences: while violence is lower than the UK average, anti-social behaviour and burglary are significantly higher. The latter’s 48% above-UK-average rate may be linked to August’s seasonal context, as peak holiday periods often correlate with increased burglary risks due to unoccupied homes. This pattern highlights the combination of local factors and broader national trends, with August’s data illustrating how temporary conditions can amplify or mitigate specific crime types. The relatively low rate of shoplifting (37% below the UK average) and theft from the person (100% below) may reflect effective retail security measures or reduced foot traffic during holidays. These findings underscore the importance of tailoring crime prevention strategies to both enduring local conditions and temporary seasonal shifts.

August 2025 saw an 85.3% increase in burglary, the most significant month-on-month rise, which may partly explain the shift in crime mix toward property-related offences. This surge aligns with seasonal patterns, as August is a peak holiday month when empty homes and unoccupied properties may increase burglary risk. Conversely, shoplifting and theft from the person both declined sharply, with shoplifting falling by 51.3% and theft from the person dropping by 40%. These decreases could reflect heightened security measures or seasonal changes in retail activity. Dacorum’s rate of violence and sexual offences (2.3 per 1,000) is 20% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area’s lower population density or community-focused policing strategies. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remains a local concern, with rates 23% above the UK average, suggesting ongoing challenges in managing public order.

Dacorum’s crime rate in August 2025 fell by 21% compared to July’s rate of 9.0 per 1,000, reflecting a marked improvement in local safety. This drop aligns with the area’s broader trend of decreasing crime, though seasonal factors may have played a role. On a daily basis, 37 crimes were reported in August, a figure that provides context for residents assessing local risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 141 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. With a population of 161,420, the area’s crime profile suggests that while certain categories like burglary and drug-related offences have seen spikes, others such as theft from the person have declined significantly. This balance of trends highlights the need for ongoing vigilance, particularly in areas where crime rates have shifted sharply, such as the notable rise in burglary linked to August’s peak holiday season and increased property vulnerability.