Crime in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern: statistics, rates and trends
215 crimes were recorded in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern in the 12 months to August 2026, 40.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and up 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern at a glance
- Crime trends in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern
- Types of crime in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern
- Aston, Datchworth & Walkern compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern
- What happened after crimes were reported in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern
- Demographics of Aston, Datchworth & Walkern
- Questions about crime in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (78), anti-social behaviour (58), public order (16) and vehicle crime (16) made up 78% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 3,435th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lowest quarter.
| Measure | Aston, Datchworth & Walkern | East Hertfordshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 215 | 10,712 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 40.4 | 68.3 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +2% | +3% | -1% |
| Population | 5,318 | 156,875 | 58,127,638 |
Recorded crime in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern peaked in the year to August 2019 (267 crimes) and was lowest in the year to August 2024 (193). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it rose 10%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 215 | 40.4 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 211 | 39.7 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 193 | 36.3 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 196 | 36.9 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 204 | 38.4 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 267 | 50.2 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 252 | 47.4 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 267 | 50.2 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 195 | 36.7 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 14 |
| July 2026 | 24 |
| June 2026 | 19 |
| May 2026 | 18 |
| April 2026 | 13 |
| March 2026 | 18 |
| February 2026 | 19 |
| January 2026 | 19 |
| December 2025 | 18 |
| November 2025 | 16 |
| October 2025 | 19 |
| September 2025 | 18 |
No category with at least 20 crimes was notably above the England and Wales rate, and violence and sexual offences (57% below) and anti-social behaviour (29% below) were well below it.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 78 | 14.7 | 34.2 | +1% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 58 | 10.9 | 15.4 | -6% |
| Public order | 16 | 3.0 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Vehicle crime | 16 | 3.0 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Criminal damage and arson | 14 | 2.6 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Burglary | 10 | 1.9 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Drugs | 8 | 1.5 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Other theft | 8 | 1.5 | 6.4 | n/a |
| Other crime | 6 | 1.1 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.2 | 1.0 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
Every one of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods has a higher crime rate than Aston, Datchworth & Walkern.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Aston, Datchworth & Walkern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watton-at-Stone | 240 | 49.2 | +22% |
| Hertford Sele | 417 | 64.6 | +60% |
| Hertford Bengeo | 573 | 58.9 | +46% |
| Ware St Mary's | 332 | 49.0 | +21% |
| Braughing & Standon | 249 | 40.9 | +1% |
| Buntingford | 753 | 65.9 | +63% |
| Hertford Kingsmead | 802 | 81.7 | +102% |
| Ware Trinity | 311 | 56.4 | +40% |
The 10 locations below account for 46% of the crime recorded in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Raffin Green Lane” (24).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Raffin Green Lane | 24 |
| On or near Wallace Green Way | 17 |
| On or near Nutcroft | 14 |
| On or near Moors Ley | 11 |
| On or near Blacksmiths Hill | 8 |
| On or near Aston Lane | 7 |
| On or near Brook Field | 5 |
| On or near Burnham Green Road | 4 |
| On or near Dovehouse Lane | 4 |
| On or near Glebe View | 4 |
Of the 157 crimes in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern with a recorded outcome, 34% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 2.5% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 58 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 58 | 36.9% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 54 | 34.4% | 35.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 13 | 8.3% | 4.7% |
| Under investigation | 13 | 8.3% | 11.5% |
| Local resolution | 10 | 6.4% | 3.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 4 | 2.5% | 5.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 2.5% | 0.6% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.6% | 0.3% |
Aston, Datchworth & Walkern has an estimated population of 5,318 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has fewer households without a car (5.9%, against 23.3%), fewer students (4.0%, against 7.9%) and less private renting (11%, against 20%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Aston, Datchworth & Walkern average decile 6.9 (1 = most deprived), less deprived than average.
| Measure | Aston, Datchworth & Walkern | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.7% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.1% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 59.8% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.0% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 26.6% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 4.0% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 39.2% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 12.3% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 5.9% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 74.2% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 14.5% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 11.3% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.9 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Aston, Datchworth & Walkern a safe place to live?
Aston, Datchworth & Walkern recorded 40.4 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 3,435th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest).
What is the most common crime in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 78 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (58).
Is crime in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern going up or down?
Recorded crime in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern was up 2% on the year before: 215 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 211 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Aston, Datchworth & Walkern?
About 5,318 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 25% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Aston, Datchworth & Walkern?
Aston, Datchworth & Walkern is policed by Hertfordshire.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.