Crime in Adeyfield East: statistics, rates and trends
1,291 crimes were recorded in Adeyfield East in the 12 months to July 2026, 152.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 17% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Adeyfield East at a glance
- Crime trends in Adeyfield East
- Types of crime in Adeyfield East
- Adeyfield East compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Adeyfield East
- What happened after crimes were reported in Adeyfield East
- Population and deprivation in Adeyfield East
- Questions about crime in Adeyfield East
- About this data
1,291 crimes were recorded in Adeyfield East in the 12 months to July 2026, 152.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 17% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 402 reports (31% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Adeyfield East has the 416th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Adeyfield East | Dacorum | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,291 | 13,646 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 152.3 | 84.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -17% | -6% | -1% |
| Population | 8,476 | 161,420 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Adeyfield East was highest in the year to July 2025 (1,561 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (989). Over the whole period it rose 31%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,291 | 152.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,561 | 184.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,460 | 172.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,345 | 158.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,047 | 123.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,189 | 140.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,238 | 146.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,180 | 139.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 989 | 116.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 125 |
| June 2026 | 108 |
| May 2026 | 98 |
| April 2026 | 141 |
| March 2026 | 119 |
| February 2026 | 98 |
| January 2026 | 91 |
| December 2025 | 85 |
| November 2025 | 94 |
| October 2025 | 134 |
| September 2025 | 95 |
| August 2025 | 103 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Adeyfield East over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, shoplifting. The largest falls were in other crime (-67%) and shoplifting (-47%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 402 | 47.4 | 1.39 | -1% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 273 | 32.2 | 2.10 | +1% |
| Shoplifting | 170 | 20.1 | 2.42 | -47% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 90 | 10.6 | 1.57 | -8% |
| Other theft | 90 | 10.6 | 1.66 | -10% |
| Vehicle crime | 80 | 9.4 | 1.92 | -32% |
| Public order | 64 | 7.6 | 1.14 | -2% |
| Burglary | 37 | 4.4 | 1.23 | -38% |
| Drugs | 35 | 4.1 | 1.26 | +169% |
| Robbery | 19 | 2.2 | 1.66 | -46% |
| Other crime | 13 | 1.5 | 0.73 | -67% |
| Theft from the person | 11 | 1.3 | 0.77 | -8% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.6 | 0.61 | -62% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.2 | 0.29 | -75% |
Violence and sexual offences in Adeyfield East
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Adeyfield East recorded 402 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (47.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 1% on the year before. It made up 31.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Adeyfield East
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Adeyfield East recorded 273 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (32.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 21.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Adeyfield East
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Adeyfield East recorded 170 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 13.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Adeyfield East
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Adeyfield East recorded 90 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Adeyfield East
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Adeyfield East recorded 90 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Adeyfield East
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Adeyfield East recorded 80 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Adeyfield East
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Adeyfield East recorded 64 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Adeyfield East
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Adeyfield East recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Adeyfield East
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Adeyfield East recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 169% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Adeyfield East
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Adeyfield East recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 46% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Adeyfield East
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Adeyfield East recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Adeyfield East
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Adeyfield East recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Adeyfield East
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Adeyfield East recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 62% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Adeyfield East
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Adeyfield East recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 75% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Adeyfield East, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Adeyfield East.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Adeyfield East |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adeyfield West | 410 | 73.7 | -52% |
| Highfield | 670 | 94.4 | -38% |
| Leverstock Green | 930 | 84.4 | -45% |
| Hemel Hempstead Town | 1,458 | 194.3 | +28% |
| Grovehill | 671 | 86.7 | -43% |
| Woodhall Farm | 384 | 62.6 | -59% |
| Bennetts End | 241 | 47.7 | -69% |
| Apsley and Corner Hall | 1,244 | 110.7 | -27% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Adeyfield East over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 189 |
| On or near Parking Area | 75 |
| On or near Three Cherry Trees Lane | 62 |
| On or near Wood Lane End | 58 |
| On or near Duxons Turn | 54 |
| On or near Mcdonald Way | 45 |
| On or near Maylands Avenue | 42 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 41 |
| On or near Zoffany Place | 39 |
| On or near Argus Gardens | 38 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Adeyfield East over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 437 | 33.8% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 361 | 28.0% |
| Not recorded | 273 | 21.1% |
| Under investigation | 94 | 7.3% |
| Local resolution | 36 | 2.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 33 | 2.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 28 | 2.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 15 | 1.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 6 | 0.5% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.2% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.2% |
Adeyfield East has an estimated population of 8,476. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Adeyfield East sits in decile 5.1, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Adeyfield East |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 25.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 50.9% |
| Social rented homes | 36.8% |
| Private rented homes | 12.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.1 |
Is Adeyfield East a safe place to live?
Adeyfield East recorded 152.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Adeyfield East?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 402 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (273).
Is crime in Adeyfield East going up or down?
Recorded crime in Adeyfield East was down 17% on the year before: 1,291 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,561 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Adeyfield East?
Adeyfield East is policed by Hertfordshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Adeyfield East. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.