Crime Rate in Aldenham East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Aldenham East

The total recorded crimes in Aldenham East, Hertsmere, UK in February 2026 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Aldenham East crime rate of 5.00 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 Aldenham East, encompassing approximately 3,401 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Aldenham East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Newberries Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Brook Court with total crimes: 3
  • The Ridgeway with total crimes: 2

How safe is Aldenham East?

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

  • Relative to Hertsmere:

    • In 2024, Aldenham East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Hertsmere average, with 245 crimes compared to 770.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Aldenham East recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 15 other areas in the Hertsmere.

    • In 2023, Aldenham East had fewer crimes than the Hertsmere average, with 316 crimes compared to 686. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Aldenham East recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 15 other areas in the Hertsmere.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Hertsmere, Aldenham East has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Aldenham East Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Aldenham East crimes were 245. The crime rate of Aldenham East in 2024 was 72.03 (year) or 6.00 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Hertsmere.

In 2023, the total crimes in Aldenham East were around 316 crimes with yearly crime rate of 92.91 (year) or 7.74 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Hertsmere.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Aldenham East)CrimesRank (Aldenham East)CrimesRank (Aldenham East)
Bushey NorthNA NA1,798 11,420 1
Borehamwood Cowley HillNA NA1,258 31,307 2
Borehamwood BrookmeadowNA NA1,492 21,155 3
Borehamwood HillsideNA NA1,242 41,045 4
Borehamwood KenilworthNA NA887 5953 5
Potters Bar FurzefieldNA NA580 11657 6
ShenleyNA NA745 6632 8
Potters Bar OakmereNA NA727 7641 7
Aldenham WestNA NA709 8498 10
Potters Bar ParkfieldNA NA580 10539 9
Bushey St JamesNA NA582 9491 11
Bushey ParkNA NA461 12425 12
Bushey HeathNA NA426 13302 15
ElstreeNA NA308 14304 14
Bentley Heath & The RoydsNA NA287 15298 16

Aldenham East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (3 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2025, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Burglary were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 83 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.38 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20266
January 20262
December 20254
November 20255
October 20255
September 20252
August 20257
July 20257
June 20259
May 20256
April 20256
March 202515
February 20259

A total of 12 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20252
November 20251
September 20252
August 20251
July 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20263
December 20251
October 20253
August 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252

A total of 52 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20263
November 20252
October 20254
September 20254
August 20255
July 202510
June 20255
May 20255
April 20255
March 20255
February 20252

A total of 36 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20263
December 20254
November 20253
October 20255
September 20254
August 20252
July 20252
May 20253
April 20251
March 20254
February 20253

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20261
May 20251

A total of 25 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20262
December 20255
October 20253
September 20255
July 20251
May 20252
March 20252
February 20252

A total of 14 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20251
October 20256
June 20251
May 20251
February 20252

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
August 20251
June 20253
May 20251

A total of 10 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

High Crime Locations Aldenham East in February 2026

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Aldenham East postcode area is presented below.

1. Newberries Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
2. Brook Court (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. The Ridgeway (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Athlone Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Theatre/Concert Hall (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Thelusson Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Upper Station Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Faggots Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Shenley Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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