Crime Rate in Cheshunt South and Theobalds: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cheshunt South and Theobalds

The total recorded crimes in Cheshunt South and Theobalds, Broxbourne, UK in March 2025 are around 77 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cheshunt South and Theobalds crime rate of 2.40 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Cheshunt South and Theobalds, encompassing approximately 32,076 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (30) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (9.09% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (10) incidents (900.00% increase)
Cheshunt South and Theobalds Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 8
  • Shalcross Drive with total crimes: 6
  • Lynton Parade with total crimes: 5

How safe is Cheshunt South and Theobalds?

To understand the safety of Cheshunt South and Theobalds, we need to analyze Cheshunt South and Theobalds crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Broxbourne:

    • In 2024, Cheshunt South and Theobalds demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Broxbourne average, with 977 crimes compared to 1001.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Cheshunt South and Theobalds recorded fewer crimes than 5 out of 9 other cities.

    • In 2023, Cheshunt South and Theobalds experienced a greater number of crimes than the Broxbourne average, with 938 crimes compared to 898. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Cheshunt South and Theobalds witnessed more crimes than 5 out of 9 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Broxbourne, Cheshunt South and Theobalds has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Cheshunt South and Theobalds Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Cheshunt South and Theobalds has recorded 77 crimes with crime rate of 2.40 ranking 4th out of 9 in the Broxbourne, UK

In 2024, the total Cheshunt South and Theobalds crimes were 977. The crime rate of Cheshunt South and Theobalds in 2024 was 30.46 (year) or 2.54 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Broxbourne.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cheshunt South and Theobalds were around 938 crimes with yearly crime rate of 29.24 (year) or 2.44 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Broxbourne.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Broxbourne)CrimesRank (Broxbourne)CrimesRank (Broxbourne)
Waltham Cross129 11,949 11,673 1
Cheshunt North125 21,346 21,394 2
Rosedale and Bury Green90 31,142 3983 3
Broxbourne and Hoddesdon South71 51,048 4956 4
Wormley and Turnford69 61,018 5827 6
Hoddesdon North60 7751 7782 7
Hoddesdon Town and Rye Park51 8692 8631 8
Goffs Oak30 10583 9399 9
Flamstead End35 9507 10399 10

Cheshunt South and Theobalds Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (43 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (42 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (20 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 183 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202511
January 20258
December 20246
November 202411
October 202418
September 202410
August 202413
July 202417
June 202442
May 202415
April 202420

A total of 56 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20251
January 20252
December 20247
November 20248
October 20246
September 20244
August 20245
July 20244
June 20244
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 61 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20255
January 20255
December 20247
November 20246
October 20245
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
June 202410
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 67 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20255
December 20242
November 20248
October 20244
September 20244
August 20247
July 20248
June 202412
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 342 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202530
February 202520
January 202531
December 202418
November 202443
October 202424
September 202419
August 202433
July 202423
June 202466
May 202413
April 202422

A total of 43 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20258
January 20253
December 20242
November 20248
October 20241
September 20241
August 20245
July 20245
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 72 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20252
December 20244
November 20245
October 20246
September 20243
August 20244
July 20246
June 202414
May 20245
April 202412

A total of 49 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20244
September 20248
August 20247
July 20243
June 20246
April 20247

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241
July 20241
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 21 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 15 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20242
November 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 23 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 202410
May 20243
April 20241

High Crime Locations Cheshunt South and Theobalds in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Cheshunt South and Theobalds postcode area is presented below.

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
2. Shalcross Drive (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Lynton Parade (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Hillside Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Palmers Way (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
6. B176 (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
7. Laburnum Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. The Briars (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Wycliffe Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Roberts Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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