Crime Rate in Aldenham East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Aldenham East

The total recorded crimes in Aldenham East, Hertsmere, UK in May 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Aldenham East crime rate of 6.76 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Aldenham East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Theatre/Concert Hall with total crimes: 3
  • The Dell with total crimes: 3
  • Heyford Road 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 May 2025 the Aldenham East has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 6.76 ranking 16th out of 15 in the Hertsmere, UK

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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Aldenham East)CrimesRank (Aldenham East)CrimesRank (Aldenham East)
Bushey North126 11,798 11,420 1
Borehamwood Cowley Hill113 21,258 31,307 2
Borehamwood Brookmeadow108 31,492 21,155 3
Borehamwood Hillside102 41,242 41,045 4
Borehamwood Kenilworth95 5887 5953 5
Potters Bar Furzefield48 11580 11657 6
Shenley73 7745 6632 8
Potters Bar Oakmere74 6727 7641 7
Aldenham West62 8709 8498 10
Potters Bar Parkfield58 10580 10539 9
Bushey St James61 9582 9491 11
Bushey Park36 13461 12425 12
Elstree36 12308 14304 14
Bushey Heath28 14426 13302 15
Bentley Heath & The Royds27 15287 15298 16

Aldenham East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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.

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

December 2024 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 96 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20256
March 202515
February 20259
January 20253
December 20242
November 20249
October 20247
September 20248
August 20245
July 20247
June 202418
May 20241

A total of 44 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20255
March 20255
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
October 20242
September 20244
August 20241
July 20246
June 20242
May 20246

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20251
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 39 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
September 20244
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
October 20242
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20252
January 20251
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 23 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.92 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
May 20242

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Aldenham East in May 2025

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

1. Theatre/Concert Hall (Map)
Total3
Bicycle theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. The Dell (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Heyford Road (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Viburnum Gate (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
5. Homefield Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
6. Loom Place (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Woodfield Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Church Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. Athlone Close (Map)
Total1
Robbery1
10. Craigweil Avenue (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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