Chorleywood Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Chorleywood’s crime rate in April 2025 stood at 2.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 68.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile, a trend consistent with its suburban character and lower population density compared to major urban centres. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (32.4% of total), burglary (20.6%), and vehicle crime (20.6%), with the former category significantly underperforming against the UK average by 69%. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these patterns, as April’s Easter period and spring weather may have influenced outdoor activity and public interactions. Violence and sexual offences, while the leading category, were 0.8 per 1,000 in Chorleywood compared to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, suggesting a combination of community cohesion and effective local policing. Meanwhile, burglary and vehicle crime rates exceeded UK averages, possibly reflecting vulnerabilities in residential security or parking infrastructure. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions in specific areas, such as enhancing vehicle security measures or addressing potential gaps in property protection, while also acknowledging the broader success of maintaining a crime rate far below national benchmarks.

April 2025 saw sharp increases in burglary and vehicle crime, both surging by 600% compared to March. These jumps, from one to seven incidents each, suggest a sudden shift in criminal activity, possibly linked to seasonal changes or specific local factors. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences dropped by 85.7% and 80.0% respectively, likely influenced by the Easter holiday period reducing public gatherings. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, contributing 32.4% of all crimes, yet this rate was 69% below the UK average. A notable outlier was burglary, which was 85% above the UK average, highlighting a specific vulnerability in the area. Residents might find the 600% increase in vehicle crime particularly concerning, as it points to potential gaps in security or increased opportunities for theft in local parking areas.

Chorleywood’s crime rate in April 2025 dropped by 34.7% compared to March 2025, falling from 3.7 to 2.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the Easter holiday period, which may have reduced foot traffic and public gatherings, potentially lowering opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in April, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for roughly every 415 residents. This ratio underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in Chorleywood, particularly when compared to the UK average. With a population of 14,111, the area’s crime profile suggests a community where most residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives, though targeted issues such as burglary and vehicle crime remain areas of concern. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that Chorleywood’s crime rate is not just a statistical anomaly but a reflection of broader social and environmental factors, including the area’s suburban character and seasonal rhythms.