Bushey Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bushey’s crime rate in July 2025 stood at 5.8 per 1,000, 32.6% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, marking it as one of the safer built-up areas in the country. This figure is particularly striking when compared to the national context, where urban centres and economically disadvantaged regions typically report higher rates. The most significant outlier in the data is the category of violence and sexual offences, which occurred at a rate of 1.9 per 1,000—32.3% below the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000. This anomaly may be attributed to Bushey’s suburban character, where community cohesion and lower population density likely contribute to reduced interpersonal conflict. Anti-social behaviour, however, emerged as the most common crime type, accounting for 30.4% of all incidents, with 48 reported cases. This rate is 16% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may be explained by the area’s seasonal dynamics. July, a peak summer month, often sees increased public activity in open spaces, which could exacerbate anti-social conduct. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting were rare, with only 6 and 1 incidents respectively, both significantly below UK averages. This pattern suggests that Bushey’s infrastructure and local policing may be effective in deterring such crimes. The seasonal context of July—marked by school holidays, festivals, and tourism—likely influenced crime trends, with increased foot traffic in public areas contributing to higher anti-social behaviour but lower property crime. The data also highlights a 54% above-average rate of vehicle crime, which may be linked to the area’s commuter routes and parking arrangements. These findings illustrate the combination of local geography, seasonal activity, and policing effectiveness in shaping crime patterns.

July 2025 saw a 37.1% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 35 to 48 incidents, a shift that may reflect the impact of summer events and extended public hours. Violence and sexual offences also increased by 24.4%, from 41 to 51.3% below the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000. Vehicle crime rose by 23.1%, with 16 incidents reported, placing Bushey 54% above the UK average for this category. Conversely, drug-related crimes dropped sharply by 83.3%, from six to one incident, a decrease that may be linked to targeted enforcement or seasonal factors. Shoplifting and theft from the person both declined by 66.7% and 50.0% respectively, though these rates remain below UK averages. The most striking contrast is in anti-social behaviour, which exceeds the UK average by 16%, suggesting a need for focused community interventions in this area. For residents, the drop in drug-related crimes offers a tangible example of how targeted policing can influence specific crime types.

Bushey's crime rate in July 2025 remained stable at 5.9 per 1,000, a 0.7% decrease from the previous month, indicating minimal fluctuation in overall criminal activity. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of five reported incidents per day, a figure that aligns with the area’s generally low crime profile. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 172 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relative safety of the built-up area compared to the UK average. This figure is particularly notable when considering Bushey’s population of 27,141, which means the likelihood of an individual experiencing crime remains significantly lower than in many other parts of the country. While the daily crime count provides a snapshot of activity, the monthly aggregate highlights a consistent pattern of low-level incidents, suggesting that local policing strategies and community engagement may be effectively mitigating risk. This stability contrasts with broader UK trends, where higher crime rates often reflect urban density or economic disparities not present in Bushey’s suburban setting.