Chorleywood Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.7% of all crimes reported in Chorleywood in February 2025, making them the dominant category driving the area's overall crime profile. With a crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents, Chorleywood recorded 36 total crimes, a figure that is 61.2% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast reflects the area's generally low crime environment, though the prominence of violent crime suggests localized factors may be at play. The breakdown shows that 15 crimes were classified as violence and sexual offences, significantly lower than the UK average of 2.4 per 1,000. This category alone constitutes nearly half of all reported crimes, highlighting its disproportionate impact on the area's crime picture. Seasonal context for February—a winter month with limited outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to patterns observed. The second most common category, burglary, saw 5 incidents, slightly above the UK average, while vehicle crime also rose marginally. These property-related crimes collectively accounted for 27.8% of total offences, indicating a balanced distribution between violent and property crimes. The relatively low overall rate compared to the UK average suggests that Chorleywood's built-up area within Three Rivers maintains a safer environment, though the concentration of violent crime warrants further analysis of local social dynamics and policing strategies.

February 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in specific crime categories, with drugs-related offences doubling from 1 to 2 incidents, and other thefts increasing from 2 to 4. This 100% rise in both categories suggests emerging trends that may warrant closer monitoring, particularly as these crimes are typically linked to small-scale retail environments or unsecured property. Burglary also rose by 66.7%, from 3 to 5 incidents, potentially reflecting seasonal patterns or localized vulnerabilities. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50%, from 2 to 1, and anti-social behaviour decreased by half, from 6 to 3, indicating a possible reduction in low-level public order issues. The violent crime category, though dominant overall, remained 53% below the UK average of 2.4 per 1,000, a stark contrast to national trends. This anomaly may be attributed to Chorleywood's character as a relatively affluent built-up area within Three Rivers, where violent crime is less prevalent despite the local concentration of such incidents. Meanwhile, burglary and vehicle crime both exceeded UK averages by 48% and 8% respectively, highlighting specific vulnerabilities in property security that may be tied to the area's residential density or proximity to transport links. These findings present a mixed picture, with some categories showing marked improvement while others require targeted interventions.

Chorleywood's February 2025 crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents represents an 18.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.1, reflecting a continuing downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 28-day period, a figure that places it among the lowest crime rates in the UK. When scaled to the population of 14,111 residents, this translates to roughly one reported crime for every 392 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that underscores the area's relatively safe environment. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable when compared to national averages, where residents are far more likely to experience crime. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Chorleywood's low crime rate is not merely a result of its small size but reflects systemic factors that contribute to its safety. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the slight increases in burglary and vehicle crime suggest that certain property-related vulnerabilities persist. These findings highlight the importance of localized policing strategies and community engagement efforts in maintaining the area's current safety levels, even as national crime trends fluctuate.