Chorleywood Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Chorleywood’s crime rate in January 2024 was 2.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 63.5% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistently low level of criminal activity, though the area’s profile is shaped by specific crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.5% of all crimes, with 15 incidents reported—a rate of 1.1 per 1,000, 58% below the UK average. Burglary followed as the second most common category, with 8 incidents (0.6 per 1,000), a rate 67% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be linked to local housing characteristics or community dynamics. Anti-social behaviour made up 13.2% of crimes, with 5 incidents (0.4 per 1,000), 60% below the UK average. These figures illustrate the area’s unique crime profile, which balances low overall rates with pockets of elevated risk in certain categories. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may limit opportunities for some crimes. However, the persistence of burglary above the national average suggests a need for targeted local measures. The data also highlights the importance of contextual factors, such as the area’s built-up nature within Three Rivers, which may influence crime patterns differently than more rural or urban environments.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in January 2024 was the 100% increase in other theft, rising from 2 to 4 incidents. This spike, while notable, remains well below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also saw a 66.7% increase, reflecting a possible uptick in community tensions during the post-holiday period. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 40%, a trend consistent with reduced traffic and fewer outdoor activities in winter. Burglary increased by 33.3%, though Chorleywood’s rate of 0.6 per 1,000 remains 67% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. This divergence highlights the area’s unique exposure to property crime, which may be influenced by local demographics or housing patterns. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 11.8%, bringing their rate to 1.1 per 1,000—58% below the UK average. These variations illustrate the combination of local factors and broader national trends.

Chorleywood’s crime rate in January 2024 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a 13.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.1. This decline aligns with typical post-holiday patterns, where reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours may limit opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a relatively low level of criminal activity compared to national averages. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 371 residents over the course of the month—a figure that underscores the area’s overall safety relative to its size. While daily crime counts provide a snapshot, the monthly exposure metric offers a broader perspective, showing that residents face a lower risk of experiencing a crime than the UK average, which stands at 7.4 per 1,000. This context is particularly relevant for local residents seeking to understand their personal risk profile in relation to national trends.