Bushey Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

December 2024 marked a significant shift in Bushey’s crime profile, with robbery rates surging by 200% to 3 incidents—a stark contrast to the area’s typically low crime profile. This unexpected spike in violent crime, coupled with a 140% rise in burglary cases, challenges the area’s usual pattern of relative safety. Bushey’s overall crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents places it 25.4% below the UK average, a figure that underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies or the influence of the area’s suburban character. The most common crime type, violence and sexual offences, accounted for 35% of all incidents, yet remained 30% below the UK average. This discrepancy may be attributed to Bushey’s lower population density and the absence of high-risk environments such as large nightlife hubs. Seasonal factors, including Christmas shopping and dark evenings, likely contributed to the rise in property-related crimes, though the sharp increase in robbery suggests potential vulnerabilities in local security measures. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime rates remained stable, with the latter exceeding the UK average by 75%, possibly linked to the area’s commuter infrastructure and parking arrangements. These figures highlight the combination of local demographics, geography, and seasonal rhythms in shaping crime patterns.

December 2024 saw a stark 200% increase in robbery cases, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This sharp rise, though still low in absolute terms, contrasts with a 140% jump in burglary cases, which climbed from 5 to 12. These increases, while not uncommon in areas with seasonal fluctuations, are notable given the typically lower crime rates in Bushey. Conversely, other crime categories saw significant declines: other crime fell by 75%, criminal damage and arson dropped by 62.5%, and other theft fell by 53.8%. These decreases may reflect the impact of seasonal factors, such as reduced public gatherings during the festive period. Violence and sexual offences remained 30% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may be influenced by Bushey’s suburban character and lower population density. Vehicle crime, however, was 75% above the UK average, suggesting that local infrastructure or parking patterns may contribute to this anomaly. Residents might find the 100% increase in possession of weapons cases particularly concerning, though the single incident reported remains an isolated event.

Bushey’s crime rate in December 2024 fell by 15.4% compared to November 2024, reflecting a shift from 6.2 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as December’s shorter evenings and holiday-related activity may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported each day in December, a figure that, while local to Bushey, offers a clear snapshot of the area’s monthly exposure. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 190 residents, a metric that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population. With a population of 27,141, this rate suggests that while crime remains a concern, it is significantly lower than the UK average. The drop from November may be influenced by factors such as increased community vigilance during the festive period or the temporary absence of certain demographics, such as students, who might typically contribute to higher anti-social behaviour rates. However, the persistence of specific crimes—like burglary and robbery—highlights areas requiring targeted attention.