Three Rivers Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Three Rivers recorded a crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents in January 2026, a figure 23.5% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This performance highlights the area's relative safety, though the data reveals nuanced patterns within the overall rate. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.3% of all crimes, with 176 incidents reported—this category remained 28% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed as the second most common crime, contributing 18.7% of the total, albeit 8% above the national rate. The seasonal context of January, characterised by post-holiday activity and reduced retail footfall, likely influenced these figures. For instance, the sharp drop in criminal damage and arson by 53.1% may be linked to shorter daylight hours and fewer outdoor gatherings. Conversely, shoplifting remained 12% below the UK average, suggesting that retail security measures and lower foot traffic in January may have contributed to this trend. The area's crime profile reflects a combination of proactive policing, community engagement, and environmental factors, though the slight increase in overall crime rate compared to December indicates the need for continued monitoring. The dominance of violent crime, despite its decline, underscores the importance of addressing underlying social and economic factors that may contribute to such incidents. These findings, when contextualised within the broader UK landscape, illustrate both the successes and challenges faced by Three Rivers in maintaining public safety.

January 2026 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 11.1%, from 198 to 176 incidents, marking one of the most significant reductions in the dataset. This decline aligns with the seasonal context of post-holiday periods, which historically correlate with reduced retail activity and fewer opportunities for certain types of crime. Conversely, bicycle theft surged by 300%, rising from 1 to 4 incidents—a stark contrast to the UK average, where bicycle theft was 100% below the national rate. This anomaly may be attributed to increased winter cycling activity or changes in local infrastructure. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell sharply by 53.1%, from 32 to 15 incidents, likely reflecting the shorter days and reduced outdoor activity typical of January. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of crime patterns and the importance of tracking specific categories to identify emerging trends.

Three Rivers' crime rate in January 2026 rose slightly to 5.2 per 1,000 residents from 5.0 per 1,000 in December 2025, marking a 4.4% increase. This shift, though modest, reflects the fluctuating nature of local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 16 crimes per day in January, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity within the district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 192 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relative safety of the area compared to national benchmarks. This statistic, when considered alongside the population of 95,807, highlights the low likelihood of any individual encountering crime during January. The slight rise in overall crime rate contrasts with the broader trend of decreasing violent crime and property-related offences, suggesting a combination of seasonal and local factors that may influence crime dynamics differently across categories.