Crime Rate in Bernards Heath: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bernards Heath

The total recorded crimes in Bernards Heath, St Albans, UK in January 2026 are around 43 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bernards Heath crime rate of 2.65 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 Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (-42.86% decrease)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Bernards Heath Crime Hotspots

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

  • Firbank Road with total crimes: 4
  • Heathlands Drive with total crimes: 4
  • 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 January 2026 the Bernards Heath has recorded 43 crimes with crime rate of 2.65 ranking 10th 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.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Bernards Heath)CrimesRank (Bernards Heath)CrimesRank (Bernards Heath)
St Peters145 11,959 11,468 1
Park Street60 5969 3864 2
London Colney86 31,184 2757 5
Cunningham99 2936 4807 3
Harpenden West45 8792 6787 4
Sopwell67 4884 5736 6
Marshalswick East & Jersey Farm55 6403 14338 15
Verulam48 7547 11515 8
Clarence31 15591 8433 13
St Stephen31 14565 9505 9
Batchwood43 9542 12474 10
Redbourn28 16561 10441 12
Sandridge & Wheathampstead32 13415 13447 11
Colney Heath40 11280 18192 18
Hill End33 12359 15327 16
Harpenden East25 17328 17370 14
Harpenden North & Rural18 19328 16220 17
Marshalswick West20 18252 19176 19
Harpenden South18 20191 20148 20

Bernards Heath Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2025 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 14 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

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.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 37 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20254
November 20254
October 20254
August 20251
July 20255
June 20254
May 20251
April 20252
March 20255
February 20253

A total of 203 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.92 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202615
December 202520
November 202521
October 202514
September 202516
August 202523
July 202513
June 202519
May 202515
April 202518
March 202515
February 202514

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20254
November 20253
August 20254
July 20251
June 20253
May 20252
March 20251

A total of 55 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20259
November 20254
October 20251
September 202511
August 20257
July 20252
June 20252
May 20255
April 20252
March 20255
February 20254

A total of 123 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.25 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20268
December 202514
November 202510
October 20256
September 20259
August 202518
July 20257
June 20258
May 20257
April 202512
March 202512
February 202512

A total of 38 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20258
November 20255
October 20252
September 20252
August 20256
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20255

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
November 20251
October 20253
April 20252
February 20251

A total of 37 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20254
November 20253
October 20256
September 20252
August 20255
July 20254
June 20252
April 20254
March 20253
February 20252

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
August 20252
March 20251

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
November 20251
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251

A total of 28 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20255
October 20251
September 20252
August 20255
July 20251
June 20254
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
September 20251
August 20251
July 20252
June 20251
April 20252
March 20251

A total of 9 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20252
September 20251
July 20253
June 20251
April 20251

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20253
September 20252
June 20251
May 20251

High Crime Locations Bernards Heath in January 2026

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

1. Firbank Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
2. Heathlands Drive (Map)
Total4
Possession of weapons2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. St Peter'S Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Public order1
4. Sandridge Park (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
5. A1081 (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Robbery1
6. Stonecross Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Robbery1
7. Laurel Road (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Oak Tree Gardens (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Ellis Fields (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Old Harpenden Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1

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