North Hertfordshire Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in North Hertfordshire, 6 crimes were reported in June 2025 — a rate 25.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This means that, on average, a resident faces a 0.6% chance of experiencing a crime over the course of a year, assuming consistent monthly rates. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which made up 34.7% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (26.2%) and criminal damage and arson (8.3%). These figures suggest a pattern where personal safety concerns dominate over property-related crimes, which may reflect the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces. June, being the start of summer, typically sees increased foot traffic in local amenities and public spaces, which could contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and violence. However, the overall rate remains lower than the UK average, indicating effective local policing or community initiatives that may be reducing crime exposure for residents. The relatively low property crime rate — particularly for shoplifting and vehicle crime — might be linked to North Hertfordshire's character as a largely suburban area with fewer high-density retail zones compared to major urban centres. Seasonal factors, such as longer daylight hours and the beginning of the tourism season in nearby rural areas, may also influence crime patterns, though these connections remain speculative without further data.

June 2025 saw a 6.4% increase in the overall crime rate compared to May, rising from 5.6 to 6.0 per 1,000 residents. This uptick was driven by a 66.7% rise in bicycle theft, which may reflect increased cycling activity during warmer weather. Theft from the person also rose by 50%, linked to higher pedestrian traffic in public spaces. Conversely, robbery fell by 50%, from 4 to 2 incidents, and public order offences dropped by 12%, due to targeted policing efforts in areas prone to disorder. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, but their rate of 2.1 per 1,000 was 27% below the UK average, suggesting local measures may be effective in mitigating severe crime. Anti-social behaviour, however, was 13% above the UK average, highlighting a need for focused interventions in community spaces. The category of 'other crime' saw a 31.6% decrease, which could indicate improved reporting accuracy or successful resolution of minor incidents. These shifts underscore the importance of tailored strategies to address specific crime trends while maintaining broader safety outcomes.

North Hertfordshire's crime rate in June 2025 was 6.0 per 1,000 residents, a 6.4% increase from May's 5.6 per 1,000. This rise, though modest, translates to 27 reported crimes per day — a figure that, while concerning, remains lower than the UK average when scaled to the area's population. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 167 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, which would see one in every 124 residents affected. This disparity highlights the area's relatively safer environment compared to the national picture. The local population of 137,201 means that even small changes in crime rates can have measurable impacts on individual risk — for example, the 6.4% increase in the overall rate equates to an additional 87 crimes compared to the previous month. However, the area's performance in specific categories, such as violence and sexual offences (27% below UK average) and shoplifting (37% below), suggests that targeted efforts in these areas may be contributing to its overall lower crime profile. These comparisons provide residents with a clearer understanding of how their local crime rates stack up against national benchmarks, allowing for more informed community engagement and policy discussions.