Crime Rate in Weston and Sandon: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Weston and Sandon

The total recorded crimes in Weston and Sandon, North Hertfordshire, UK in July 2025 are around 6 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Weston and Sandon crime rate of 185.76 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 Weston and Sandon, encompassing approximately 32 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (-75.00% decrease)
  • Other crime: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Weston and Sandon Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3
  • Beckfield Lane with total crimes: 3

How safe is Weston and Sandon?

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

  • Relative to North Hertfordshire:

    • In 2024, Weston and Sandon demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Hertfordshire average, with 225 crimes compared to 443.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Weston and Sandon recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 23 other areas in the North Hertfordshire.

    • In 2023, Weston and Sandon had fewer crimes than the North Hertfordshire average, with 210 crimes compared to 373. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Weston and Sandon recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 23 other areas in the North Hertfordshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North Hertfordshire, Weston and Sandon has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Weston and Sandon Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Weston and Sandon has recorded 6 crimes with crime rate of 185.76 ranking 22th out of 23 in the North Hertfordshire, UK

In 2024, the total Weston and Sandon crimes were 225. The crime rate of Weston and Sandon in 2024 was 6965.94 (year) or 580.50 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the North Hertfordshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Weston and Sandon were around 210 crimes with yearly crime rate of 6501.55 (year) or 541.80 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the North Hertfordshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Weston and Sandon)CrimesRank (Weston and Sandon)CrimesRank (Weston and Sandon)
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
Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo38 11604 7482 7
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
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

Weston and Sandon Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime 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 (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

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

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

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Burglary dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 33 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.71 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 202512
April 20253
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
November 20246

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20253

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20259
April 20253
November 20243

A total of 90 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.18 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 202512
May 20259
April 20253
March 202524
February 20253
January 20253
December 20246
November 202418
October 20243
September 20246
August 20243

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20256
November 20243
October 20243

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
December 20243
November 20243
August 20243

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
November 20243
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20253
November 20243
October 20249
September 20243

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20243

High Crime Locations Weston and Sandon in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Weston and Sandon postcode area is presented below.

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
2. Beckfield Lane (Map)
Total3
Other crime3

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