Bushey Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour dominates Bushey's crime profile in May 2024, accounting for 31.6% of all reported incidents. This category, at 2.2 per 1,000 residents, exceeds the UK average by 52%, pointing to a persistent challenge in managing disruptive conduct in the area. Violence and sexual offences follow closely, making up 26.7% of crimes, though this rate is 37% below the UK average. The overall crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents places Bushey 17.9% below the national average, reflecting a generally safer environment compared to other parts of the UK. Seasonal factors may contribute to these patterns, as May's longer evenings and bank holidays likely increase outdoor socialising, which can drive anti-social behaviour and public order issues. However, the area's lower rates of shoplifting and vehicle crime—84% and 15% below UK averages, respectively—suggest a suburban character with less concentrated retail or nightlife activity. These dynamics align with Bushey's built-up area status within Hertsmere, where community-focused policing and lower population density may play roles in maintaining relatively low crime levels. The interplay of local geography, population distribution, and seasonal activity shapes the crime profile, with anti-social behaviour emerging as the most pressing concern for residents and authorities.

May saw a 100% increase in burglary, rising from 3 to 6 incidents, which contrasts with a 40% decrease in vehicle crime, falling from 20 to 12. Public order offences also surged by 62.5%, reaching 13 cases—a sharp rise from 8 in April. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.2 per 1,000 residents, remains 52% above the UK average for this category, suggesting a localised challenge in managing disruptive conduct. Meanwhile, shoplifting plummeted by 84% compared to the UK average, with only 3 reported cases. This stark contrast highlights the area's lower incidence of retail-related crimes, potentially linked to its suburban character and lower foot traffic compared to urban centres. Residents may find the 10.5% monthly decline in overall crime rates a reassuring indicator of sustained local efforts.

Bushey's crime rate in May 2024 fell by 10.5% compared to April, reflecting a continued downward trend. With 6 crimes reported daily, the local figure underscores a manageable pace of activity relative to the area's population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 145 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains lower than the UK average. This statistic, when contextualised with the area's population of 27,141, suggests that residents face a relatively low risk of encountering crime compared to other parts of the country. The shift from April to May also highlights a seasonal pattern, as longer evenings and bank holidays may have influenced outdoor interactions, though the overall decline indicates effective local measures or natural fluctuations in crime dynamics.