Borehamwood Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 41,531 residents, Borehamwood recorded 374 crimes in August 2023, translating to a crime rate of 9.0 per 1,000 people. This rate is 11.1% higher than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a disparity that highlights the area's unique crime profile. The most prevalent crimes were anti-social behaviour (22.5% of total), violence and sexual offences (20.9%), and other theft (12.6%), with these categories collectively accounting for over half of all reported incidents. The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—may have contributed to certain patterns, such as the 83% above-average rate of shoplifting, which could be linked to increased retail activity or temporary population shifts. Conversely, burglary rates were 41% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area's built-up nature, where homes are often occupied year-round and may be less vulnerable to empty property risks. However, anti-social behaviour remains a significant concern, with its rate 39% above the UK average, reflecting the social dynamics of a commuter belt area with mixed residential and commercial zones. The breakdown also reveals a stark contrast in property crime: while shoplifting and other thefts were above average, burglary was significantly below, suggesting a combination of local factors such as security measures, property density, and resident demographics. These patterns underscore the need for targeted strategies that address specific crime types while leveraging the area's strengths in maintaining lower rates of more serious offences.

August 2023 saw a dramatic 233.3% increase in theft from the person, rising from 3 to 10 incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, underscores a sharp shift in crime patterns that could be linked to seasonal factors such as increased evening activity or changes in local events. Concurrently, possession of weapons rose by 100%, with incidents doubling from 2 to 4, a trend that may reflect heightened tensions during summer months. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 87.5%, dropping from 8 to 1, a decline that could be attributed to improved security measures or reduced visibility of bikes during holidays. Borehamwood's anti-social behaviour rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents is 39% above the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000, suggesting a local challenge that may be exacerbated by the area's social mix and high population density. In contrast, violent crime in the area was 28% below the UK average, with 1.9 per 1,000 residents compared to the national 2.6 per 1,000, a discrepancy that may reflect effective community policing or lower conflict-prone demographics.

Borehamwood's crime rate in August 2023 dropped by 6.7% compared to July's 9.7 per 1,000 residents, settling at 9.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns often seen in late summer, when tourism activity wanes and local populations return to more routine schedules. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 12 crimes per day, a figure that translates to a local resident encountering one reported crime for every 111 people over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of how crime is distributed across the population, though it does not reflect daily fluctuations. The population context is critical: with 41,531 residents, the 374 total crimes reported represent a crime rate that is 11.1% higher than the UK average. However, the month-on-month decrease suggests that local factors—such as seasonal tourism patterns or community initiatives—may have temporarily mitigated crime levels. The comparison to the UK average highlights Borehamwood's unique position as an area with higher-than-average anti-social behaviour and shoplifting rates, which could reflect specific local dynamics such as high foot traffic in retail zones or social hubs.