Bushey Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bushey's overall crime rate in September 2024 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 22.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a continuation of the area's historically lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 29.5% of total reported incidents (48 cases), followed by other theft (19.0%) and anti-social behaviour (18.4%). These patterns align with Bushey's character as a mixed-use urban area with a significant residential component and proximity to larger towns like Watford, which may contribute to higher levels of interpersonal conflict. Seasonal factors in September, including the return to school and university freshers' week, likely amplified certain trends, particularly in violent crime and anti-social behaviour. While property crime remains a concern, the area's rate for other theft (1.1 per 1,000) is 108% above the UK average, suggesting targeted vulnerabilities in unsecured premises or high-value items. This contrast with significantly below-average rates for burglary (68% below UK average) and vehicle crime (11% below) highlights the need for focused security measures in high-risk property categories.

September saw sharp increases in two critical categories: theft from the person and possession of weapons, both doubling from zero to one and two incidents respectively. This spike in theft from the person—despite overall crime rates remaining below the UK average—demands immediate attention from residents, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or late-night activity. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson rose by 11.8% (17 to 19 incidents), potentially linked to seasonal maintenance delays or increased vandalism during the transition to darker evenings. While violent crime remained the most significant category, it was 31% below the UK average (1.8 vs 2.6 per 1,000), a contrast to the 108% surge in other theft. Anti-social behaviour, though 6% below the UK average (1.1 vs 1.2 per 1,000), still accounted for nearly 18% of all crimes, raising concerns about community cohesion in key residential zones. Residents should remain vigilant in areas with recent spikes, particularly where unsecured valuables may be targeted. The 100% increase in weapon possession—though a small absolute number—signals a potential escalation in aggression that warrants monitoring by local authorities.

Bushey's crime rate in September 2024 (6.0 per 1,000) marked a 15.0% decrease from August's 7.1 per 1,000, suggesting a seasonal dip in criminal activity. However, this monthly reduction contrasts with the area's 108% above-average rate for other theft, which may reflect localized vulnerabilities. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that, while manageable, requires context: over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 167 residents. This monthly exposure rate—though lower than the UK average—hides significant disparities across crime types. For instance, the 108% above-average rate for other theft (1.1 vs 0.5 per 1,000) indicates that certain property categories are affected, potentially linked to Bushey's mix of residential and commercial land use. Conversely, the area's 68% below-average burglary rate (0.1 vs 0.3 per 1,000) suggests effective security measures in homes, though this must be balanced against the doubling of theft from the person. These patterns highlight the need for targeted interventions rather than broad assumptions about safety. For residents, the 1-in-167 monthly exposure rate translates to a low but non-zero risk, particularly in areas with recent spikes in specific crime types.