Buntingford Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Buntingford’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 56.2% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figures highlights a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends, a pattern that aligns with Buntingford’s character as a relatively small built-up area within East Hertfordshire. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 58.6% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.7%) and drugs-related incidents (6.9%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal and public order issues, which may be influenced by local demographics and the area’s seasonal rhythms. November, with its shorter evenings and events like Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, could contribute to higher reports of violent and anti-social behaviour. However, the overall low crime rate remains notable, particularly when compared to the UK average for property crimes, which are significantly underrepresented in Buntingford’s statistics. The absence of major retail hubs or nightlife districts may help explain this divergence, as such areas typically correlate with higher shoplifting and vehicle crime rates. The data also indicates a seasonal dip in criminal damage and arson, linked to reduced outdoor activity during colder weather.

November 2025 saw sharp contrasts in crime trends across Buntingford. While violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category (17 cases), several subcategories experienced significant month-on-month shifts. Other theft and other crime both increased by 100% compared to October, rising from zero to one incident each—a small but notable uptick. Conversely, criminal damage and arson plummeted by 92.9% (from 14 to 1), and anti-social behaviour dropped by 73.9% (from 23 to 6). These changes suggest a shifting balance in crime patterns, with property-related offences declining sharply despite the rise in theft and other unspecified crimes. The rate of violence and sexual offences (1.9 per 1,000) was 26% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national trend where such crimes typically make up a larger share of total reports. This divergence may reflect Buntingford’s demographic makeup, where community cohesion and local policing efforts likely play a role in mitigating violent crime. The increase in other theft and other crime, though minor in absolute terms, could signal emerging patterns worth monitoring, particularly as these categories often include unclassified or low-level incidents that may require further investigation.

Buntingford’s crime rate in November 2025 fell to 3.2 per 1,000, a 50.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.3 per 1,000. This represents a substantial improvement, particularly when considered in the context of daily crime exposure: over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 316 residents. For a town of 9,164 residents, this translates to a relatively low level of risk compared to both national averages and historical trends in the area. The daily crime count of approximately one incident per day (29 crimes over 30 days) suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. This figure is especially significant when compared to the UK average, where the equivalent monthly exposure would be far higher. The sharp decline in criminal damage and arson, coupled with the drop in anti-social behaviour, indicates that local interventions or seasonal factors may have contributed to the month’s overall reduction in crime. However, the persistent dominance of violence and sexual offences, despite their below-average rates, underscores the need for targeted strategies in addressing these specific categories. The comparison to the previous month also highlights the volatility of certain crime types, with some categories fluctuating dramatically while others remain stable.