WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Hertfordshire Constabulary Police

Crime in Meriden, Watford

Comprehensive safety analysis for Meriden, localized within Watford.

Total Crimes

94
trending_up +40.3% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

105.33per 1k
trending_up +3.2% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

High Risk

Total Population

8,070

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences30
Other Theft20
Anti-social Behaviour17
Vehicle Crime8
Public Order8
Criminal Damage & Arson5
Shoplifting3
Robbery1
Drug Offences1
Bicycle Theft1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Supermarket Map
Other theft: 17Shoplifting: 3Anti-social behaviour: 2
22
On or near The Gossamers Map
Public order: 3Violence and sexual offences: 3
6
On or near York Way Map
Other theft: 2Public order: 2Drugs: 1
5
On or near Bus/Coach Station Map
Anti-social behaviour: 4Robbery: 1
5
On or near Coates Dell Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3
3
On or near Cezanne Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3
3
On or near Fairfolds Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Eastlea Avenue Map
Vehicle crime: 2
2
On or near Cow Lane Map
Bicycle theft: 1Vehicle crime: 1
2
On or near Garston Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2
2

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City Ranking

Safety comparison within Watford district.

Local Rank

#10safest in Watford

National Safety

Top 15%Riskiest

City Average

103.03per 1k

Local Policing

Solihull Rural

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Local Priorities

Tackling Anti Social Behaviour and feelings of safety

Issued: 19 May 2026

Status Update

We take reports of anti social behaviour seriously. Reports of ASB will be investigated by local officers and we will work with you to investigate issues and deal with any perpetrators.
We have a range of tools at out disposal including civil interventions and working with partners to resolve any issues.

Actioned: 19 May 2026

To tackle an issue of speeding vehicles in Balsall Common, Chadwick End & Dorridge.

Issued: 19 May 2026

Status Update

We are aware that the residents of some areas are concerned about the number of speeding vehicles on local roads. We have a number of tools at our disposal including local speed watches, enforcement operations as well as support from the road harm team with their mobile police van. I would as if you have concerns about speeding in your area, please get in touch with your local officer and we tell you what we are already doing in your area as well as offer further support.

Actioned: 19 May 2026

To tackle instances of Fly tipping

Issued: 19 May 2026

Status Update

We have observed a number of instances in our area in recent months of where fly tipping has occurred and the impact this has had on the community. We have built positive relationships with the local authority where we will support their investigations. This has resulted in a fixed penalty being given to one person for disposing of waste with further investigations which will likely lead to fines. We have even discussed joint patrols to tackle known hot spot areas.

Actioned: 19 May 2026

Engagement Events

JUN14

Knowle Beat Surgery

meeting

Knowle Beat Surgery at the Knowle Masonic Centre. Come and discuss any concerns, issues or ask about prevention advice with a member from the team.

schedule

4:00 PM — 5:00 PM

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1621 Warwick Rd, Knowle, Solihull

JUN20

Beat Surgery Marston Green Library

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Beat surgery at Marston Green Library

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11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Marston Green Library

JUL7

Balsall Common Beat surgery

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Balsall Common Beat surgery. Come and discuss any issues, concerns, or crime prevention advice with members of the team.

schedule

11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Balsall Common Library, 283 Kenilworth Road

JUL9

Beat Surgery Meriden Library

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Beat Surgery at Meriden Library. Come and discuss any issues, concerns or crime prevention advice with members of the team.

schedule

11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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2 The Grn, Meriden, Coventry

JUL12

Knowle Beat Surgery

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Knowle Beat Surgery at the Knowle Masonic Centre. Come and discuss concerns, issues or ask about prevention advice with a member from the team.

schedule

4:00 PM — 5:00 PM

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1621 Warwick Rd, Knowle, Solihull

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