Chorleywood Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Chorleywood, 4.6 crimes were reported in July 2024—a figure 45.2% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 217 residents over the course of the month. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (24.6% of total crimes), followed by criminal damage and arson (18.5%) and vehicle crime (12.3%). These figures align with the area's character as a commuter belt suburb, where retail centres and residential density may contribute to specific crime patterns. July, a peak summer month with schools out and festivals in full swing, likely influenced the mix of crimes recorded. While violence and sexual offences remained the largest category, the sharp rise in shoplifting—a 600% increase from June—suggests seasonal retail activity or targeted theft in local stores. This contrasts with the UK average for shoplifting, which Chorleywood's rate remains 26% below. The area's relatively low crime rate, particularly for violent crimes (61% below the UK average), may reflect its suburban nature and community-focused policing efforts, though these factors remain speculative without further data.

July 2024 saw a 27.7% increase in Chorleywood's overall crime rate compared to June, rising from 3.6 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This surge was driven by a 600% month-on-month jump in shoplifting, with reported incidents rising from 1 to 7. The category of drugs also saw a 100% increase, with one incident reported in July compared to none in June. These spikes may reflect summer-related trends, such as increased foot traffic during festivals or targeted retail theft during peak shopping hours. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 36.4% (from 11 to 7), and vehicle crime decreased by 27.3% (from 11 to 8), potentially due to seasonal changes in commuter patterns or increased police presence in high-traffic areas. Chorleywood's violent crime rate (1.1 per 1,000) remains 61% below the UK average, while criminal damage and arson (0.9 per 1,000) are 43% above the national figure. This divergence highlights the area's unique challenges, such as the need for targeted interventions in property crime despite its overall safety profile.

Chorleywood's July 2024 crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 represents a 27.7% increase from June's 3.6 per 1,000, yet it remains significantly lower than the UK average. Over the 31 days of July, this translates to approximately 2 crimes reported per day—a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's suburban character and relatively low population density. The monthly exposure statistic reveals that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 217 residents, a rate that is 45.2% below the UK average. When considering the population context, Chorleywood's 14,111 residents mean that even a small number of crimes can have a noticeable local impact. For example, the 7 shoplifting incidents recorded in July may appear high in absolute terms but remain 26% below the UK average for the category. This contrast underscores the importance of comparing local statistics to national benchmarks, as Chorleywood's crime profile is shaped by its specific demographics and geography. The 1-in-217 monthly exposure figure, while low, suggests that residents are generally less likely to be directly affected by crime compared to the UK average, though localized spikes in specific categories require attention.