Crime Rate in Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo

The total recorded crimes in Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo, North Hertfordshire, UK in July 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo crime rate of 101.99 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 Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo, encompassing approximately 372 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (-26.67% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (-60.87% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (8) incidents (700.00% increase)
Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo Crime Hotspots

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

  • Lilley Road with total crimes: 3
  • Offley Hill with total crimes: 3
  • Darley Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo?

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

  • Relative to North Hertfordshire:

    • In 2024, Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo reported a higher crime volume than the North Hertfordshire average, with 604 crimes compared to 443. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 23 other areas in the North Hertfordshire.

    • In 2023, Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo experienced a greater number of crimes than the North Hertfordshire average, with 482 crimes compared to 373. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 23 other areas in the North Hertfordshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North Hertfordshire, Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 101.99 ranking 11th out of 23 in the North Hertfordshire, UK

In 2024, the total Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo crimes were 604. The crime rate of Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo in 2024 was 1621.04 (year) or 135.09 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the North Hertfordshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo were around 482 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1293.61 (year) or 107.80 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the North Hertfordshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo)CrimesRank (Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo)CrimesRank (Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo)
Hitchin Highbury98 11,298 11,039 1
Letchworth South West72 31,009 2795 2
Baldock Town74 2907 3728 3
Letchworth South East52 6739 5668 4
Hitchin Bearton69 4742 4638 5
Letchworth East63 5668 6577 6
Royston Palace52 7543 8410 9
Letchworth Wilbury35 13432 12439 8
Royston Heath45 8472 9406 10
Letchworth Grange43 9469 10395 11
Chesfield39 10379 13323 13
Hitchin Oughton36 12433 11332 12
Knebworth31 14305 15310 14
Hitchin Walsworth21 15340 14277 15
Royston Meridian17 16268 16216 16
Weston and Sandon6 22225 17210 17
Cadwell12 17156 19168 18
Arbury11 19185 18132 19
Ermine11 18134 20107 20
Codicote8 2095 2297 21
Hitchin Priory5 23116 2194 22
Baldock East6 2171 2350 24
Kimpton2 2453 2465 23

Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo 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 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (23 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 102 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202523
May 202526
April 20259
March 20258
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20248
October 20244
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 57 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20251
May 20256
April 20258
March 20255
January 20255
December 20241
November 20241
October 20245
September 20247
August 202410

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 24 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20258
April 20253
March 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20244
August 20241

A total of 44 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20257
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20247
November 20241
October 202413
September 20241
August 20249

A total of 168 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202515
May 202514
April 202513
March 20259
February 202515
January 202520
December 20248
November 202414
October 202418
September 202418
August 202413

A total of 65 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20257
May 20258
April 20252
March 20256
February 20259
January 20252
December 20241
November 20247
October 20246
September 20244
August 20249

A total of 40 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20254
April 20255
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
November 20246
October 20247
September 20242
August 202410

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

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20253
September 20243

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
September 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
November 20241

High Crime Locations Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo postcode area is presented below.

1. Lilley Road (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime3
2. Offley Hill (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
3. Darley Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
4. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson3
5. Paddock View (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Garden Fields (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime3
7. John Hall Court (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. School Lane (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Westbury Farm Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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