WD22 Intelligence Updated March 2026Source: Hertfordshire Constabulary Police

Central Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Central, localized within watford.

Total Crimes

341
trending_up +7.9% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

223.19per 1k
trending_up +1.3% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

High Risk

Total Population

10,472

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences89
Anti-social Behaviour77
Shoplifting59
Drug Offences26
Other Theft21
Criminal Damage & Arson17
Public Order16
Theft from Person9
Bicycle Theft7
Robbery6
Other Crime6
Burglary3
Vehicle Crime3
Weapons Possession2

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Parking Area Map
Shoplifting: 80Anti-social behaviour: 34
114
On or near Shopping Area Map
Shoplifting: 29Anti-social behaviour: 23
52
On or near Shopping Area Map
Criminal damage and arson: 13Burglary: 6Theft from the person: 3
22
On or near Parking Area Map
Criminal damage and arson: 9
9
On or near Monica Close Map
Other crime: 6
6
On or near High Street Map
Theft from the person: 6
6
On or near Beechen Grove Map
Robbery: 6
6
On or near Granville Road Map
Other crime: 6
6
On or near Loates Lane Map
Bicycle theft: 3
3
On or near Farthing Close Map
Vehicle crime: 3
3

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Local Rank

#12safest in watford

National Safety

Top 1%Riskiest

City Average

102.93per 1k

Local Policing

Canning

Merseyside Police

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announcement

Local Priorities

We are responding to community concerns linked to drug activity in several areas of the ward. Over the last month we are aware of reports of drug dealing taking place from residential properties in the northern end of the ward towards Crown Street.

Issued: 1 Apr 2026

Status Update

We are working in close partnership with a range of agencies as part of a coordinated multi agency response to this matter, including Housing Associations. Officers have been actively engaging with members of the public while on patrol, speaking with residents, business owners, and community leaders to gain a clearer understanding of local concerns, address community issues, and gather additional information and intelligence.
A number of proactive operations have been carried out in the area, with officers deployed in both plain clothes and high visibility patrols.
Information and feedback from the public, residents, and community representatives are vital in assisting officers to identify key individuals involved.
The team continues to work closely with partner agencies, schools, and local organisations to take positive action, respond robustly to reports of crime, and develop intelligence. This enables officers to use appropriate legislation to address offending behaviour and reduce the presence of those identified as causing issues in the area.
We are encouraging residents and businesses to report all incidents of anti social behaviour so that we can consider the use of Community Protection Notices to deter conduct that has a negative impact on the local community. To do this effectively, we rely on the continued support of the public in reporting incidents and sharing any concerns.
If you have information about drug dealing in the area, you can report this anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or by using the following link:
https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/pre-form
Members of the public are encouraged to report all incidents via 101, or 999 in an emergency. Reports can also be made online or in person at your local General Enquiry Office at Admiral Street Police Station or St Anne Street Police Station.

Actioned: 30 Apr 2026

Engagement Events

MAY29

Community Surgery - Liverpool Women's Hospital

meeting

Please feel free to come and attend our Community Surgery in the Canning ward, which is held at the Liverpool Women's Hospital beside the Reception Desk at the Main Entrance.

This is a regular surgery which is held on the last Friday of every month.

schedule

11:00 AM — 1:00 PM

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Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street, Liverpool

JUN26

Community Surgery - Liverpool Women's Hospital

meeting

Please feel free to come and attend our Community Surgery in the Canning ward, which is held at the Liverpool Women's Hospital beside the Reception Desk at the Main Entrance.

This is a regular surgery which is held on the last Friday of every month.

schedule

11:00 AM — 1:00 PM

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Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street, Liverpool

JUL31

Community Surgery - Liverpool Women's Hospital

meeting

Please feel free to come and attend our Community Surgery in the Canning ward, which is held at the Liverpool Women's Hospital beside the Reception Desk at the Main Entrance.

This is a regular surgery which is held on the last Friday of every month.

schedule

11:00 AM — 1:00 PM

location_on

Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street, Liverpool

AUG28

Community Surgery - Liverpool Women's Hospital

meeting

Please feel free to come and attend our Community Surgery in the Canning ward, which is held at the Liverpool Women's Hospital beside the Reception Desk at the Main Entrance.

This is a regular surgery which is held on the last Friday of every month.

schedule

11:00 AM — 1:00 PM

location_on

Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street, Liverpool

SEP25

Community Surgery - Liverpool Women's Hospital

meeting

Please feel free to come and attend our Community Surgery in the Canning ward, which is held at the Liverpool Women's Hospital beside the Reception Desk at the Main Entrance.

This is a regular surgery which is held on the last Friday of every month.

schedule

11:00 AM — 1:00 PM

location_on

Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street, Liverpool

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