Chorleywood Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Chorleywood's crime rate in May 2023 stood at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 67.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national trends underscores the area's relatively low crime environment, though it is not without its specific challenges. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (30.6% of total), followed by other theft (16.7%) and shoplifting (11.1%). These patterns align with the built-up nature of the area within Three Rivers, where retail and community hubs may contribute to certain crime types. The seasonal context of May—marked by longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising—likely influenced the distribution of offences, particularly in categories like violence and anti-social behaviour. While the overall rate remains stable compared to the previous month, the breakdown reveals nuanced shifts, such as the 39% gap between Chorleywood's shoplifting rate and the UK average. This suggests that while the area benefits from a general trend of low crime, targeted efforts may be needed to address specific vulnerabilities, such as the 200% increase in criminal damage and arson. The interplay between local demographics, infrastructure, and seasonal activity appears to shape the crime profile more than broad national trends, a dynamic that will require continued monitoring.

May 2023 saw a 66.7% decrease in burglary compared to the previous month, with incidents falling from three to one. This decline aligns with broader trends in property crime, which accounted for 55.6% of all reported crimes. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 50%, from six to three incidents, a reduction that may reflect seasonal adjustments in community activity. Shoplifting increased by 100%, rising from two to four cases, though this rate remains 39% below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. The rise in criminal damage and arson (+200%) from one to three incidents highlights a specific concern, though this category still sits 68% below the UK average. Residents may find the 14.3% decrease in other theft (from seven to six cases) particularly relevant, as this category often includes incidents in retail environments.

Chorleywood's crime rate in May 2023 remained stable at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, matching the same rate recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant upward or downward trend over the past two months, though the overall figure remains markedly lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, reflecting a low-frequency pattern consistent with its built-up character within Three Rivers. When scaled to the population of 14,111, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 392 residents, a figure that underscores the relatively low risk of victimisation compared to larger urban centres. This context is particularly relevant for residents seeking to understand how local crime levels stack up against national benchmarks, though direct comparisons to UK-wide daily rates are not available due to differing population sizes and geographical factors.