Bushey Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 27,141, Bushey recorded 140 crimes in November 2025, translating to a crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 28.8% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends. The top three crime categories were violence and sexual offences (35.7% of total), anti-social behaviour (12.1%), and vehicle crime (10.0%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up district within Hertsmere, where residential and commercial zones intersect. The dominance of violence and sexual offences may be influenced by the area’s demographic mix, though no definitive causal link can be drawn without further data. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the post-Black Friday shopping period likely contributed to fluctuations in specific categories. For instance, the surge in public order offences (up 57.1% month-on-month) could be tied to increased public gatherings during the month. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of anti-social behaviour (0.6 per 1,000) suggests effective community engagement or policing strategies, though this may also reflect the area’s lower population density compared to major urban centres. The data also highlights anomalies, such as burglary rates (0.5 per 1,000) being 67% above the UK average, which may warrant closer examination of local property security measures. Overall, Bushey’s crime picture illustrates a balance between routine urban challenges and localized factors that shape its unique profile.

November 2025 saw a sharp 200% increase in shoplifting, rising from one to three incidents—a stark contrast to the overall downward trend in crime. This spike may be linked to Black Friday shopping activity. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 45.2%, from 31 to 17, suggesting a possible reduction in community tensions or improved policing efforts. Vehicle crime remained a concern, with rates 25% above the UK average at 0.5 per 1,000. Conversely, public order offences surged by 57.1%, from seven to 11, possibly tied to Bonfire Night events. The rate of violence and sexual offences, at 1.8 per 1,000, was 30% below the UK average, indicating a relatively safer environment for residents in this category.

Bushey’s crime rate in November 2025 fell to 5.2 per 1,000 residents, a 5.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.5. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced anti-social behaviour, which dropped by 45.2% to 17 incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly five crimes per day, a figure that remains relatively consistent with recent months. When scaled to the population of 27,141, this translates to one reported crime for every 194 residents over the course of the month—a rate significantly lower than the UK average. The local context suggests that community-focused initiatives or seasonal factors, such as the winding down of Black Friday shopping activity, may have contributed to this reduction. However, the persistence of vehicle crime at 25% above the UK average indicates ongoing vulnerabilities in this category that warrant attention.