Bushey Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 27,141 residents, 170 crimes reported in November 2023 translates to 6.3 crimes per 1,000 people — a figure 16% below the UK average of 7.5. This rate reflects a relatively safe environment compared to national trends. The most common crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 28.2% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (21.2%) and other theft (20.6%). These figures align with seasonal dynamics: November’s shorter evenings, heightened retail activity around Black Friday, and the timing of Bonfire Night likely contributed to increased anti-social behaviour and theft incidents. The area’s crime profile appears shaped by its urban character, with high streets and residential corridors potentially driving property-related offences. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or demographic factors such as lower population density in certain zones. Violent crime rates in Bushey were 50% below the UK average, a contrast that may reflect local initiatives or the area’s socio-economic profile. The seasonal context of November, with its combination of commercial activity and darker nights, likely amplifies certain types of crime while suppressing others, such as public order offences which saw a 43% reduction compared to the UK average. This data underscores the importance of understanding both national trends and local peculiarities when assessing safety.

November 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with drug-related offences increasing by 100% compared to the previous month — a jump from zero to six reported cases. Bicycle theft also doubled, rising from zero to two incidents, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in local infrastructure or increased cycling activity. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 34.5%, from 55 to 36 cases, a decline that may reflect seasonal factors or targeted interventions. The area’s anti-social behaviour rate was 71% above the UK average, with 48 incidents reported, highlighting a persistent local challenge. This category’s elevated rate could be linked to the built-up nature of Bushey, where high-density housing and shared spaces may foster disputes. Meanwhile, vehicle crime rose by 60% (10 to 16 cases), due to increased parking in retail areas during the Black Friday period. Public order offences also dropped by 18.2%, from 11 to nine, a reduction consistent with the month’s quieter nights. These fluctuations illustrate how specific events and environmental factors can influence crime trends, even within a relatively safe overall context.

Bushey’s crime rate in November 2023 rose 8.9% from the previous month’s 5.8 per 1,000 residents, though it remains 16% below the UK average. This increase translates to approximately six crimes reported daily — a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s built-up nature and potential vulnerabilities in specific sectors. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 160 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many urban centres but higher than rural areas with similar population sizes. The population-scaled perspective reveals that 170 crimes for 27,141 people equates to roughly 0.6% of the population being directly affected, a proportion that is significantly lower than the UK average. This suggests that Bushey’s community may benefit from effective policing strategies or demographic characteristics that reduce overall risk. However, the 8.9% month-on-month increase indicates that local factors — such as seasonal events or changes in community dynamics — can temporarily elevate crime rates even within a generally safe area. Comparing daily crime counts to the UK average is not feasible due to lack of national data, but the local figure of six crimes per day provides a concrete benchmark for residents and local authorities to monitor trends.