Crime Statistics

Great Amwell Crime Rate

+10.0%year-over-year

Crime is increasing and LOW in Great Amwell

Great Amwell's crime rate is 52.2 per 1,000 with an 89/100 safety score, making it a very safe area.

Overall Crime Rate

52.2
Crimes per 1,000 people
increasing trend

Property Crime Rate

15.8
Property crimes per 1,000 people
Includes burglary, theft, vandalism

How Great Amwell Compares to UK Average

Overall Crime:52.2vs 93.4 UK avg
-41.2 per 1,000 people
Property Crime:15.8vs 33.2 UK avg
-17.4 per 1,000 people

Great Amwell's crime rate is significantly lower than UK average

Based on population of 1,264 over 12 months

Crime Statistics Summary for Great Amwell

Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.

Crime rates per 1,000 people in Great Amwell
Overall Crime Rate52.2 per 1,000 people
Property Crime Rate15.8 per 1,000 people
UK Average Crime Rate93.4 per 1,000 people
UK Average Property Crime Rate33.2 per 1,000 people
Safety Score89 out of 100
Population1,264
Trendincreasing
Comparisonsignificantly lower than UK average
Crime Breakdown by Type in Great Amwell
Crime TypeTotal CountPer 1,000 PeoplePercentage of Total
Violence and sexual offences2015.830%
Anti-social behaviour129.518%
Other theft86.312%
Criminal damage and arson64.89%
Public order548%
Other crime43.26%
Drugs32.45%
Possession of weapons21.63%
Burglary21.63%
Vehicle crime21.63%
Shoplifting10.82%
Theft from the person10.82%

Introduction to Crime Statistics in Great Amwell

Great Amwell presents a very positive outlook regarding crime statistics, with an overall crime rate of 52.2 per 1,000 residents annually. This figure is significantly lower than the national average of 93.4 crimes per 1,000 people, positioning Great Amwell as a very safe community within the UK. The area achieves an excellent safety score of 89 out of 100, notably surpassing the UK average of 78. Notably, Great Amwell has experienced an increasing trend in crime over the past year, with a 10.0% rise year-on-year. While this represents an increase, the overall crime rate remains low, providing a reassuring context for the more detailed crime data that follows.

Great Amwell Safety Score

89
Safe
Safety Score out of 100

Great Amwell has a good safety score compared to the UK average (78).

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Most Common Crimes in Great Amwell

#1

Violence and sexual offences

Percentage:30%
Per 1,000:15.8
Total:20
#2

Anti-social behaviour

Percentage:18%
Per 1,000:9.5
Total:12
#3

Other theft

Percentage:12%
Per 1,000:6.3
Total:8
#4

Criminal damage and arson

Percentage:9%
Per 1,000:4.8
Total:6
#5

Public order

Percentage:8%
Per 1,000:4
Total:5

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Crime Type Analysis

In Great Amwell, an examination of crime types reveals that Violence and sexual offences are the most common, accounting for 30.3% of all incidents with 20 crimes (15.8 per 1,000 residents). Anti-social behaviour follows as the second most prevalent, with 12 crimes (9.5 per 1,000), making up 18.2% of the total. Other theft is the third highest category, with 8 incidents (6.3 per 1,000), representing 12.1% of all reported crime. Focusing on property-related crime, which includes burglary (1.6 per 1,000), other theft (6.3 per 1,000), vehicle crime (1.6 per 1,000), criminal damage and arson (4.8 per 1,000), shoplifting (0.8 per 1,000), and theft from the person (0.8 per 1,000), Great Amwell records a rate of 15.8 per 1,000 people. This is substantially lower than the UK average property crime rate of 33.2 per 1,000. These figures suggest that residents and homeowners in Great Amwell experience a comparatively low risk of property-related offences.

Crime Types Breakdown

Violence and sexual offences
20 incidents (15.8 per 1,000)
Anti-social behaviour
12 incidents (9.5 per 1,000)
Other theft
8 incidents (6.3 per 1,000)
Criminal damage and arson
6 incidents (4.8 per 1,000)
Public order
5 incidents (4 per 1,000)
Other crime
4 incidents (3.2 per 1,000)
Drugs
3 incidents (2.4 per 1,000)
Possession of weapons
2 incidents (1.6 per 1,000)
Burglary
2 incidents (1.6 per 1,000)
Vehicle crime
2 incidents (1.6 per 1,000)
Shoplifting
1 incidents (0.8 per 1,000)
Theft from the person
1 incidents (0.8 per 1,000)

Crime Rate Trend

↓ 66.2% change(over 12 months)
Great Amwell
UK Average

Compare Great Amwell with similar populations

Great Amwell has a 44.1% lower crime rate than the UK average.

Crime Trends in Great Amwell

The crime trends in Great Amwell show an increasing trajectory, with a notable rise of 10.0% in the year-over-year crime rate. While this percentage increase is significant, it is important to contextualise it against a relatively low base crime rate. Reviewing the monthly crime rate per 1,000 residents, there have been fluctuations. The rate started at 7.1 in October 2024, saw significant dips to 0.8 in November and December 2024 and May 2025, before generally increasing to a peak of 10.3 in June 2025. It then reduced to 2.4 in September 2025. This pattern suggests that while there was an increase over the year, the overall crime figures remain low, indicating that the area continues to be very safe. For residents, it means remaining vigilant despite the low overall risk.

When Do Crimes Happen in Great Amwell?

Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.

Simulated Data

This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Great Amwell's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.

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What Types of Crime Happen When in Great Amwell?

Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.

Based on Crime-Type Weighted Model

Morning

6am - 12pm

Theft59%
Other27%
Vehicle Crime9%
Burglary4%
Violence0%

Morning hours in Great Amwell see elevated theft and 'Other' crime activity.

Afternoon

12pm - 6pm

Theft66%
Other24%
Burglary7%
Vehicle Crime3%
Violence0%

Afternoon experiences a peak in theft and 'Other' crime during busy daytime hours.

Evening

6pm - 12am

Other52%
Theft29%
Vehicle Crime11%
Burglary7%
Violence0%

Evening crime shifts towards 'Other' offences, with continued theft and vehicle incidents.

Night

12am - 6am

Other42%
Vehicle Crime31%
Theft17%
Burglary10%
Violence0%

Night hours are dominated by 'Other' crime and vehicle crime when properties are unattended.

Simulated Data - Crime-Type Weighted Model

These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Great Amwell's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Great Amwell, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.

Time-Based Crime Patterns in Great Amwell

Analysing crime patterns by time of day in Great Amwell reveals distinct trends. During the Morning (6am-12pm), theft is particularly prominent, accounting for 59% of crimes, alongside 'Other' crime at 27% and burglary at 4%. The Afternoon (12pm-6pm) sees theft increase to 66%, with 'Other' crime at 24% and burglary at 7%. As the day progresses into the Evening (6pm-12am), the 'Other' crime category becomes most significant at 52%, while theft decreases to 29% and vehicle crime is 11%. Night (12am-6am) hours are characterised by 'Other' crime at 42%, with vehicle crime at 31% and theft dropping further to 17%. These patterns suggest that theft is a significant daytime concern, while 'Other' offences and vehicle crime are more prevalent during the evening and night.

Crime Rates Near East Hertfordshire

Enfield

10.2 miles

114.3
per 1,000
High Risk

Stevenage

10.8 miles

108.7
per 1,000
High Risk

Harlow

5.5 miles

103.7
per 1,000
High Risk

Welwyn Hatfield

7.5 miles

100.7
per 1,000
High Risk

Broxbourne

5.1 miles

89.1
per 1,000
Moderate Risk

Epping Forest

9.1 miles

75.4
per 1,000
Low Risk

Crime Rate Risk Levels

Very Low
Low
Moderate
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Very High

Explore Nearby Areas

Hertford Heath

0.9 miles

49.2
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Stanstead Abbotts

1.0 miles

64.2
per 1,000
Low Risk

Ware

1.6 miles

69.2
per 1,000
Low Risk

Hoddesdon

2.3 miles

80.1
per 1,000
Moderate Risk

Police Response Times in Great Amwell

How quickly do police respond to emergencies?

Grade 1 (Immediate)

Emergency 999 calls requiring immediate attendance — crimes in progress, threat to life, or serious injury.

Grade 2 (Priority)

Serious incidents needing prompt response but no immediate threat to life — recent crimes, vulnerable victims.

Grade 1 - Immediate

Emergency Response

14 minActual
Actual
14 min
Target
15 min
UK Average
15 min
1 min faster than target

Grade 2 - Priority

Priority Response

2h 20mActual
Actual
2h 20m
Target
1h
UK Average
1h
1h 20m slower than target

Active Officers

2,379

Each = 500 officers

Police Stations

Pending

Station count data is being collected

Why Response Time Matters

The average burglary takes just 8-10 minutes. Even when police respond quickly, burglars are often gone before anyone arrives.

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2024 data
Source: FOI Request

How Does Great Amwell Compare?

Callow End

36.4
crimes per 1,000 people
30.3% safer than Great Amwell

Elvington

17.4
crimes per 1,000 people
66.7% safer than Great Amwell

Bucknell (Shropshire)

36.4
crimes per 1,000 people
30.3% safer than Great Amwell

Flamstead

200.8
crimes per 1,000 people
284.7% higher than Great Amwell

Crime in Nearby Areas

Great Amwell's crime profile can be further understood by comparing it to nearby areas such as Hertford Heath, Stanstead Abbotts, Ware, and Hoddesdon. As a smaller village, Great Amwell (crime rate 52.2 per 1,000) experiences a lower volume and type of crime compared to most larger settlements. Hertford Heath and Stanstead Abbotts, being comparable communities, would typically have similar crime rates. Ware and Hoddesdon, being larger towns, would likely have higher crime rates due to increased population density and activity. This comparison highlights that Great Amwell maintains an excellent safety score of 89/100, making it a very safe location in the region.

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Protecting Your Home in Great Amwell

Given Great Amwell's property crime rate of 15.8 per 1,000 residents, which is significantly lower than the UK average, residents can still benefit from proactive home security to maintain this high level of safety. It's important to recognise that traditional security cameras, like Ring or Nest, primarily record footage after a burglary has occurred, offering evidence rather than prevention. For those who want to actively stop crime, especially during peak times for theft and 'Other' offences as seen in Great Amwell's night-time patterns, scOS offers a distinct advantage. This AI-powered home security operating system prevents crime before it happens by detecting threats at the property boundary. Its multi-camera intelligence and autonomous response, including activating lights and engaging speakers, are designed to destroy the element of surprise and make potential intruders move on. This proactive approach ensures that your property is protected in real-time, intervening before the 60-second decision window most burglars operate within. If you are looking for professional-grade protection that actively deters crime, scOS provides a powerful alternative to reactive recording systems.

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Understanding Our Data

How we source and verify crime information for Great Amwell

4,392+
Areas Covered
19M+
Crime Records
100%
Official Sources

Understanding the Calculations

The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Great Amwell. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.

Our Information

All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.

Formula Used

Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000

Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:

  • Police.uk — Crime records from territorial police forces across England and Wales (43 total)
  • Office for National Statistics — Population statistics and the Crime Survey for England and Wales
  • Home Office — Nationwide crime data and official policy records
  • FOI Requests — Additional statistics obtained via formal requests to police services
Our system covers 4,392+ areas across England and Wales, including major urban centers, towns, and administrative regions. Data for Greater Manchester is currently unavailable. We refresh statistics immediately when official sources publish updates (generally every 8 weeks) and maintain archives for historical analysis.
Police.ukONSHome OfficeFOI

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Last updated: September 2025

New data is released by Police.uk approximately every two months

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