Chorleywood Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Chorleywood's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 55.3% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a 50.2% increase from May's 2.6 per 1,000, remains markedly lower than national benchmarks. The area's crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences (27.8% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (20.4%) and vehicle crime (14.8%). These patterns align with Chorleywood's character as a built-up area within Three Rivers, where commuter activity and suburban density may contribute to higher vehicle-related incidents. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—could influence crime dynamics. Chorleywood's violent crime rate (1.1 per 1,000) was 62% below the UK average, suggesting a lower prevalence of severe incidents compared to other parts of the country. This contrast may reflect the area's relatively stable community structures or effective local policing strategies. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences raises questions about the impact of summer social patterns on local safety. Residents should be aware that while the overall crime rate remains low, targeted vigilance in areas prone to anti-social activity is advisable, particularly during evening hours when such incidents are more likely to occur. The data also reveals that vehicle crime, while not the most common category, exceeded the UK average by 28%, a discrepancy that deserves closer attention into local factors such as parking patterns or commuter traffic. As the summer progresses, continued monitoring of these trends will be essential to maintain the area's current safety profile.

June 2023 saw a stark rise in anti-social behaviour, with incidents surging from 3 to 11—a 266.7% increase—marking the most dramatic monthly jump in the area. This escalation, coupled with a 100% rise in public order offences (from 0 to 1) and a doubling of vehicle crime (from 4 to 8), signals a shift in the crime mix toward more disruptive and property-related incidents. While violent crime remained the largest category (27.8% of total crimes), its rate of 1.1 per 1,000 was 62% below the UK average, suggesting a localised concentration of non-violent issues. Vehicle crime in Chorleywood exceeded the UK average by 28%, a discrepancy that may reflect the area's commuter infrastructure or seasonal vehicle usage patterns. Residents should remain vigilant in public spaces, particularly during evenings when anti-social behaviour incidents are more likely to occur.

Chorleywood's crime rate in June 2023 rose to 3.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 50.2% increase from May's 2.6 per 1,000. This shift, though modest in absolute terms, reflects a notable uptick in specific categories. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the month, a figure that remains relatively low compared to broader UK trends. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 261 residents during June—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's generally safe profile. While the increase in overall crime rate may raise concerns, the context of daily and monthly exposure suggests that residents are still less likely to encounter crime than the UK average. This contrast highlights the importance of localized analysis, as national statistics do not always reflect the nuanced patterns observed in smaller built-up areas like Chorleywood.