Chorleywood Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Chorleywood’s crime profile in February 2026, accounting for 31.8% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. The area’s overall crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents was 51.6% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently low crime environment compared to national trends. This figure is particularly notable in a built-up area within Three Rivers, where commuter belt suburbs typically see moderate crime rates. The dominance of violent crime, despite the overall low rate, may be influenced by the area’s proximity to London and the presence of local amenities that draw transient populations. Seasonal context further shapes these patterns: February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull likely contribute to the reduced incidence of property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime, which are typically higher during warmer months. However, the persistence of violence and sexual offences suggests underlying factors such as social dynamics or local policing priorities that require targeted attention. Anti-social behaviour, while a significant category, remains 34% below the UK average, indicating that community engagement initiatives may be effectively mitigating some forms of disorder. Shoplifting, at 13.6% of total crimes, remains 31% below the UK average, linked to the area’s retail landscape and the presence of local shops that may be less targeted than larger urban centres. These patterns illustrate a combination of geographic factors, seasonal shifts, and local policing efforts, all of which shape the crime profile in Chorleywood.

February 2026 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with anti-social behaviour surging by 125% compared to the previous month, rising from four to nine incidents. This increase may reflect heightened tensions during the winter season or changes in community activity patterns. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 33.3%, dropping from six to four incidents, a decline consistent with broader trends observed in similar commuter belt suburbs during colder months. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, decreased by 26.3% from 19 to 14 incidents, though they still remain 57% below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. Burglary in Chorleywood was 20% above the UK average, a rare outlier that may point to local factors such as property density or targeted crime patterns. Residents may find the 20% above UK average for burglary particularly relevant, as it highlights a specific area for continued monitoring.

Chorleywood's crime rate in February 2026 stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 10.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the typical seasonal pattern observed in winter months, where reduced outdoor activity and shorter daylight hours may partly explain lower crime levels. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two reported crimes per day over the 28-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for every 321 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of crime in proportion to the local population. This monthly exposure rate underscores the area’s position as one of the safer built-up areas within Three Rivers, though the slight fluctuations in specific crime types warrant attention to local factors such as community engagement and seasonal shifts.