Chorleywood Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 14,111, Chorleywood's 58 reported crimes in August 2025 equate to a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents—a figure that is 49.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national trends underscores the area's unique position as a commuter-focused town within the Three Rivers district, where crime patterns are shaped by a mix of local characteristics and seasonal influences. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.7% of all incidents, followed by vehicle crime (13.8%) and criminal damage and arson (13.8%). These figures align with the area's profile as a largely residential and commuter-oriented location, where violent incidents may be linked to transient populations or local social dynamics. However, the low overall rate suggests effective community policing or a naturally lower risk environment. Seasonal context adds nuance: August, a peak holiday month, may have influenced crime trends through increased tourism and empty homes, which could explain the rise in burglary and criminal damage. While the UK average for violent crime stands at 2.9 per 1,000, Chorleywood's rate of 1.6 per 1,000 is 44% below this benchmark, indicating a strong performance in mitigating such offences. The area's crime profile, therefore, reflects a combination of demographic factors, local policing efforts, and the transient nature of August as a holiday month, all of which contribute to its relatively low crime rate compared to the national average.

August 2025 saw a 200% surge in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 3 incidents—a sharp increase that may partly explain the overall rise in crime. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson rose by 166.7%, jumping from 3 to 8 cases, a trend that contrasts with the 54% national average for this category. Vehicle crime also doubled, reaching 8 incidents, which is 54% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. This spike in vehicle-related offences may reflect increased traffic during the peak holiday season. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 53.8%, dropping from 13 to 6 incidents, a decline that could indicate improved community engagement or seasonal changes in public activity. These shifts highlight a combination of local factors and broader national trends, with Chorleywood's crime mix showing both strengths and areas for further scrutiny.

Chorleywood's crime rate in August 2025 rose to 4.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 31.7% increase from July's 3.1 per 1,000. This upward trend, though still significantly below the UK average, suggests a shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 2 crimes reported each day in August—a figure that, while low, reflects the concentration of incidents within a relatively small population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 243 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure for residents. With a population of 14,111, this translates to a manageable level of risk, though the rise from July warrants attention. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Chorleywood's crime profile remains markedly safer than the UK average, with violent crimes alone contributing 39.7% of the total, yet still 44% below the national benchmark for this category. These figures underscore the area's unique position as a commuter-focused town where crime patterns are influenced by seasonal factors such as increased tourism and holiday-related activity.