Bushey Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bushey’s crime rate for February 2025 stood at 5.5 crimes per 1,000 residents, placing the area 17.9% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This performance aligns with the broader trend of lower-than-average crime rates in suburban and commuter-focused regions of Hertfordshire, where population density and local infrastructure may contribute to reduced opportunities for certain types of criminal activity. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.2% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.9%) and other theft (8.8%). These figures suggest a mix of local challenges, with interpersonal conflicts and minor property crimes dominating the landscape. February’s crime profile reflects the seasonal context of a winter month, typically marked by lower outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull. However, the relatively low overall rate may also be influenced by Bushey’s built-up character within Hertsmere, where community engagement and local policing initiatives could play a role in maintaining safety. While violent crime remains a significant concern, the area’s performance in categories like shoplifting (68% below UK average) and burglary (26% below) indicates a broader pattern of resilience against property-related offences. This contrast with the UK average highlights Bushey’s unique position as a lower-risk area within a region that generally experiences moderate crime levels.

February 2025 saw notable fluctuations in crime trends, with three categories increasing by 100% compared to the previous month: robbery, bicycle theft, and theft from the person. These sharp rises may reflect seasonal patterns, such as increased cycling during colder weather or targeted opportunistic crimes in busy local areas. Conversely, burglary, vehicle crime, and criminal damage and arson all declined, with burglary falling by 64.3% and vehicle crime dropping by 31.3%. This decrease in property-related crimes could be linked to reduced outdoor activity during winter or effective local deterrents. The breakdown of crime types also reveals Bushey’s performance relative to the UK average: violence and sexual offences were 11% below the national rate, while other theft and vehicle crime were slightly above (9% and 8% respectively). Shoplifting in Bushey was 68% below the UK average, suggesting a lower incidence of retail-focused crimes. For residents, the 100% increase in bicycle theft may warrant attention to securing bikes in public areas, particularly as winter cycling continues into early spring.

Bushey’s crime rate in February 2025 (5.5 per 1,000) marked a 12.5% decline from the previous month’s rate of 6.2 per 1,000, indicating a short-term improvement in local safety. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 5 crimes per day, a figure that provides context for residents to gauge the frequency of incidents in their immediate surroundings. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 183 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Bushey firmly in the lower bracket compared to the UK average. With a population of 27,141, this statistic translates to a relatively low probability of personal involvement in crime for any given individual. The comparison to the UK average also highlights the area’s performance in specific categories: for instance, the 26% lower burglary rate suggests that residential security measures may be more effective in Bushey than in the national average. However, the 9% higher rate of other theft and 8% higher rate of vehicle crime indicate areas for continued focus. These figures, when viewed alongside the month-on-month decline, suggest a dynamic interplay between local factors and broader national trends.