Crime Rate in Bernards Heath: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bernards Heath

The total recorded crimes in Bernards Heath, St Albans, UK in July 2025 are around 41 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bernards Heath crime rate of 2.53 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 Bernards Heath, encompassing approximately 16,211 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (-31.58% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Other theft: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
Bernards Heath Crime Hotspots

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

  • A1081 with total crimes: 6
  • Stonecross Close with total crimes: 5
  • St Peter'S Street with total crimes: 4

How safe is Bernards Heath?

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

  • Relative to St Albans:

    • In 2024, Bernards Heath demonstrated a lower crime volume than the St Albans average, with 620 crimes compared to 635.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Bernards Heath witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 19 other areas in the St Albans.

    • In 2023, Bernards Heath experienced a greater number of crimes than the St Albans average, with 589 crimes compared to 530. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Bernards Heath witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 19 other areas in the St Albans.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in St Albans, Bernards Heath has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bernards Heath Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Bernards Heath has recorded 41 crimes with crime rate of 2.53 ranking 14th out of 19 in the St Albans, UK

In 2024, the total Bernards Heath crimes were 620. The crime rate of Bernards Heath in 2024 was 38.24 (year) or 3.19 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the St Albans.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bernards Heath were around 589 crimes with yearly crime rate of 36.33 (year) or 3.03 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the St Albans.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bernards Heath)CrimesRank (Bernards Heath)CrimesRank (Bernards Heath)
St Peters161 11,959 11,468 1
Park Street95 4969 3864 2
London Colney92 51,184 2757 5
Cunningham110 2936 4807 3
Sopwell105 3884 5736 6
Harpenden West65 6792 6787 4
Verulam64 7547 11515 8
Clarence52 11591 8433 13
Batchwood61 8542 12474 10
St Stephen54 10565 9505 9
Redbourn57 9561 10441 12
Sandridge & Wheathampstead42 13415 13447 11
Marshalswick East & Jersey Farm49 12403 14338 15
Harpenden East35 15328 17370 14
Hill End28 16359 15327 16
Harpenden North & Rural21 18328 16220 17
Colney Heath25 17280 18192 18
Marshalswick West12 20252 19176 19
Harpenden South18 19191 20148 20

Bernards Heath 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 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 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 (12 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 (12 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 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (14 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 126 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20258
May 20257
April 202512
March 202512
February 202512
January 20254
December 202412
November 202414
October 202415
September 202410
August 202413

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
April 20251
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 193 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202519
May 202515
April 202518
March 202515
February 202514
January 202516
December 202417
November 202411
October 202420
September 202413
August 202422

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20251
April 20252
March 20255
February 20253
January 20255
December 20244
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20255
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20252
March 20251
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 50 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20255
April 20252
March 20255
February 20254
January 20251
December 20244
November 20243
October 202410
September 20243
August 20249

A total of 25 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
August 20243

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20243
August 20242

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20251
August 20241

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
September 20241
August 20242

High Crime Locations Bernards Heath in July 2025

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

1. A1081 (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour4
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Stonecross Close (Map)
Total5
Drugs2
Bicycle theft1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. St Peter'S Street (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. St Peter'S Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Oak Tree Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
7. Firbank Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Tudor Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Heathlands Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Marshall Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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