Dacorum Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Dacorum's crime profile in November 2025 reveals a nuanced interplay between violent and property crimes, with the former narrowly edging out the latter in total numbers. The area's overall crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents — 6.8% below the UK average — suggests a generally safer environment compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences (381 incidents, 34.7% of total crimes) remain the dominant category, followed closely by anti-social behaviour (19.1%) and other theft (8.2%). This distribution aligns with the area's character as a commuter-focused district with a mix of urban and suburban communities, where public spaces and transport hubs may contribute to both violent and property-related incidents. Seasonal factors appear to influence patterns, as November's dark evenings and the Black Friday shopping period likely heighten opportunities for theft from the person and vehicle crime. However, the sharp decline in shoplifting (down 46.5%) suggests that targeted retail security measures may be yielding results. The relatively low rate of burglary (3.6% of total crimes) contrasts with the UK average, reflecting the district's lower density of high-value properties or effective local policing strategies. These findings highlight the need for continued attention to anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, while the overall decline in shoplifting offers a positive indicator of successful interventions.

November 2025 saw a marked shift in crime patterns, with violent crimes (381) narrowly surpassing property crimes (372) for the first time this year. This balance may reflect the season's impact on local dynamics, as dark evenings and Black Friday shopping could heighten opportunities for certain offences. Theft from the person surged by 57.1%, rising from 7 to 11 incidents — a spike that could indicate increased vulnerability during peak retail periods. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, climbing 32.2% to 78 incidents, linked to seasonal changes in traffic patterns or vehicle usage. Conversely, shoplifting dropped 46.5% to 68 cases, a decline that may be tied to the month's retail calendar and the timing of major sales events. Anti-social behaviour remains 23% above the UK average, highlighting persistent challenges in this category that demand targeted local strategies.

Dacorum's crime rate in November 2025 fell 6.5% compared to the previous month, settling at 6.8 per 1,000 residents — a shift from 7.3 per 1,000 in October. This represents a localised improvement, though the area remains slightly below the UK average. On a daily basis, 37 crimes were reported across the district, translating to roughly one incident for every 147 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides a broader context for residents, illustrating the frequency of crime in relation to population density. The reduction in overall crime aligns with seasonal patterns, as November typically sees a dip in outdoor activity following the summer months and before the winter holidays. However, the distribution of crime types shows a nuanced picture, with certain categories like anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime rising despite the overall decline. This suggests that while the volume of crime may be decreasing, the nature of incidents is evolving in response to local and national trends.