Chorleywood Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Chorleywood recorded 57 crimes in August 2023, equating to 4.0 crimes per 1,000 residents—a rate 50.6% below the UK average of 8.1. For a population of 14,111, this translates to roughly one crime for every 248 residents over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (26.3% of total), burglary (17.5%), and anti-social behaviour (15.8%), reflecting a mix of personal safety concerns and property-related issues. Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns, as August is typically a peak holiday month with increased tourism and the potential for empty homes to attract burglars. The lower-than-average rate of violence and sexual offences (1.1 per 1,000) suggests that local initiatives or community dynamics may contribute to a relatively safer environment in this regard. However, the sharp rise in burglary and vehicle crime—both linked to August’s seasonal context—highlights the need for vigilance during periods of higher foot traffic and transient populations. The area’s crime profile, while generally lower than national averages, reveals localized vulnerabilities that require tailored responses, particularly in addressing property crime trends.

August 2023 saw dramatic month-on-month changes in Chorleywood, with vehicle crime escalating by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents) and burglary rising by 400% (from 2 to 10). This surge in vehicle-related offences may partly explain the overall increase in property crimes, which now account for 50.7% of total reported incidents. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 47.1% (from 17 to 9), a shift that contrasts with the broader rise in other categories. Burglary in Chorleywood (0.7 per 1,000) is 106% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, suggesting a localized vulnerability. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences (1.1 per 1,000) remain 58% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, indicating a lower risk of violent crime compared to national trends. These disparities underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, such as addressing vehicle crime and burglary, while maintaining efforts to sustain the decline in anti-social behaviour.

In August 2023, Chorleywood’s crime rate rose to 4.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 46.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 2.8. This shift, while notable, remains significantly lower than the UK average of 8.1. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 248 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure provides context for residents: the likelihood of encountering crime is relatively low compared to national benchmarks, but the recent upward trend warrants attention. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the increase, Chorleywood’s crime rate remains well below the UK average, reflecting a generally safer environment. However, the surge in specific categories, such as burglary and vehicle crime, suggests localized factors may be influencing these statistics, even as broader trends align with national safety metrics.