Crime Rate in Bushey St James: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bushey St James

The total recorded crimes in Bushey St James, Hertsmere, UK in July 2025 are around 37 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bushey St James crime rate of 3.00 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 Bushey St James, encompassing approximately 12,322 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (27.27% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (-7.14% decrease)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Bushey St James Crime Hotspots

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

  • Farrington Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Ryder Close with total crimes: 4
  • Moat Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Bushey St James?

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

  • Relative to Hertsmere:

    • In 2024, Bushey St James demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Hertsmere average, with 582 crimes compared to 770.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bushey St James recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 15 other areas in the Hertsmere.

    • In 2023, Bushey St James had fewer crimes than the Hertsmere average, with 491 crimes compared to 686. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bushey St James recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 15 other areas in the Hertsmere.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Hertsmere, Bushey St James has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bushey St James Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Bushey St James has recorded 37 crimes with crime rate of 3.00 ranking 12th out of 15 in the Hertsmere, UK

In 2024, the total Bushey St James crimes were 582. The crime rate of Bushey St James in 2024 was 47.23 (year) or 3.94 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Hertsmere.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bushey St James were around 491 crimes with yearly crime rate of 39.85 (year) or 3.32 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Hertsmere.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bushey St James)CrimesRank (Bushey St James)CrimesRank (Bushey St James)
Bushey North138 11,798 11,420 1
Borehamwood Cowley Hill125 31,258 31,307 2
Borehamwood Brookmeadow129 21,492 21,155 3
Borehamwood Hillside114 41,242 41,045 4
Borehamwood Kenilworth85 5887 5953 5
Potters Bar Furzefield51 9580 11657 6
Shenley77 6745 6632 8
Potters Bar Oakmere71 7727 7641 7
Aldenham West51 8709 8498 10
Potters Bar Parkfield44 11580 10539 9
Bushey Park49 10461 12425 12
Aldenham East26 13245 16316 13
Bushey Heath15 16426 13302 15
Elstree21 15308 14304 14
Bentley Heath & The Royds26 14287 15298 16

Bushey St James Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (14 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 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 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 45 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20255
April 20253
March 20254
February 20254
January 20254
December 20246
November 20243
October 20247
September 20243

A total of 190 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202511
May 202519
April 202518
March 202527
February 202514
January 202514
December 202420
November 20249
October 202416
September 202414
August 202414

A total of 151 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.58 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202514
May 202519
April 202518
March 202511
February 20255
January 20257
December 20248
November 202410
October 202413
September 202419
August 202414

A total of 32 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20252
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
December 20246
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 26 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20252
February 20254
January 20252
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 32 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20255
April 20254
March 20255
February 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20243
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 80 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.27 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20256
May 20258
April 20252
March 20259
January 20256
December 20248
November 202412
October 20249
September 202412
August 20247

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
January 20251
August 20241

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Bushey St James in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bushey St James postcode area is presented below.

1. Farrington Avenue (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Ryder Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Other theft1
3. Moat Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Fox Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Royal Connaught Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Aldenham Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
7. Church Walk (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Herne Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
9. Herkomer Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
10. Marlborough Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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