Bushey Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Bushey's crime profile in May 2023, accounting for 30.1% of all reported incidents. This category, while still the most frequent, was 17% below the UK average rate of 2.8 per 1,000, suggesting a relatively lower incidence of violent crime compared to national trends. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 23.2% of total crimes but significantly outpacing the UK average by 28%. This disparity may reflect local social dynamics, such as the influence of the built-up area's density or the presence of community spaces that foster interactions. Other theft, at 14.8% of total crimes, was 86% above the UK average, a striking anomaly that could indicate specific vulnerabilities in retail or residential areas. Vehicle crime, another notable category at 13.8%, was 122% above the national average, linked to the area's commuter traffic or parking infrastructure. Seasonal factors in May—such as longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributed to the spike in anti-social behaviour and vehicle-related incidents. The overall crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents placed Bushey 6.2% below the UK average, a position that may be attributed to the area's relatively low population density compared to larger urban centres. However, the combination of elevated anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime suggests that targeted interventions could address emerging patterns. The data also highlights the importance of contextualising crime trends within the area's unique characteristics, such as its role as a built-up area within a rural district, where the interplay between local amenities and broader regional movements may influence reporting patterns.

Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category in May, contributing 30.1% of all crimes, though this type was 17% below the UK average. A sharp 111.1% increase in criminal damage and arson, from 9 to 19 incidents, highlights a concerning trend in property-related disturbances. Theft from the person saw a 100% surge, with two reported cases compared to none in April, suggesting heightened vulnerability in public spaces. Conversely, drugs-related crimes fell by 75%, from four to one, and other crimes dropped by 50%, reflecting possible seasonal or situational factors. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 23.2% of total crimes, was 28% above the UK average, indicating a localised challenge in managing community disorder. Vehicle crime also rose significantly, with a 64.7% increase to 28 incidents, likely tied to increased traffic or parking activity during May's extended evenings.

Bushey's crime rate in May 2023 rose to 7.5 per 1,000 residents, a 25.3% increase from the previous month's 6.0 per 1,000. This shift suggests a notable uptick in reported incidents over a 31-day period. On average, 7 crimes were recorded daily in May, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 134 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents relative to the population of 27,141. This monthly exposure figure provides a tangible sense of how crime intersects with daily life in Bushey. While the overall rate remains 6.2% below the UK average, the month-on-month rise underscores the need to monitor local trends closely. The population context further illustrates that even a relatively low crime rate translates to a significant number of incidents when scaled across the community.