Crime in Verulam: statistics, rates and trends
543 crimes were recorded in Verulam in the 12 months to July 2026, 75.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before.
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543 crimes were recorded in Verulam in the 12 months to July 2026, 75.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 166 reports (31% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Verulam has the 2,019th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Verulam | St Albans | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 543 | 11,959 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 75.2 | 79.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 7,224 | 151,012 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Verulam was highest in the year to July 2019 (691 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (470). Over the whole period it fell 12%, 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 | 543 | 75.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 587 | 81.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 470 | 65.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 566 | 78.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 631 | 87.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 587 | 81.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 507 | 70.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 691 | 95.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 616 | 85.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 47 |
| June 2026 | 37 |
| May 2026 | 34 |
| April 2026 | 59 |
| March 2026 | 25 |
| February 2026 | 25 |
| January 2026 | 48 |
| December 2025 | 55 |
| November 2025 | 50 |
| October 2025 | 45 |
| September 2025 | 48 |
| August 2025 | 70 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Verulam 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 burglary. The largest falls were in shoplifting (-69%) and other theft (-27%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 166 | 23.0 | 0.67 | +10% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 117 | 16.2 | 1.06 | -22% |
| Burglary | 46 | 6.4 | 1.80 | +156% |
| Vehicle crime | 42 | 5.8 | 1.18 | -9% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 34 | 4.7 | 0.69 | +6% |
| Other theft | 32 | 4.4 | 0.69 | -27% |
| Public order | 30 | 4.2 | 0.63 | +0% |
| Shoplifting | 24 | 3.3 | 0.40 | -69% |
| Drugs | 21 | 2.9 | 0.89 | +75% |
| Other crime | 9 | 1.2 | 0.59 | -10% |
| Bicycle theft | 7 | 1.0 | 1.18 | -22% |
| Theft from the person | 7 | 1.0 | 0.57 | +75% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.6 | 0.57 | +300% |
| Robbery | 4 | 0.6 | 0.41 | +33% |
Violence and sexual offences in Verulam
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Verulam recorded 166 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (23.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 30.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Verulam
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Verulam recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 21.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Verulam
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Verulam recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 156% on the year before. It made up 8.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Verulam
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Verulam recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 7.7% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Verulam
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Verulam recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Verulam
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Verulam recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Verulam
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Verulam recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Verulam
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Verulam recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 69% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Verulam
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Verulam recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 75% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Verulam
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Verulam recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Verulam
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Verulam recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Verulam
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Verulam recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 75% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Verulam
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Verulam recorded 4 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 up 300% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Verulam
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Verulam recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Verulam, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Verulam.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Verulam |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sopwell | 912 | 116.4 | +55% |
| St Peters | 1,690 | 181.0 | +141% |
| Batchwood | 524 | 67.8 | -10% |
| Bernards Heath | 636 | 75.7 | +1% |
| Cunningham | 917 | 105.8 | +41% |
| Clarence | 442 | 54.7 | -27% |
| Park Street | 787 | 92.1 | +22% |
| Marshalswick West | 203 | 57.5 | -23% |
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 Verulam over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near High Street | 87 |
| On or near Ermine Close | 43 |
| On or near Holywell Hill | 32 |
| On or near George Street | 22 |
| On or near Parking Area | 18 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 17 |
| On or near Mortimer Crescent | 16 |
| On or near St Michael'S Street | 15 |
| On or near Savoy Mews | 13 |
| On or near Romans End | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Verulam 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 | 184 | 33.9% |
| Not recorded | 117 | 21.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 111 | 20.4% |
| Under investigation | 45 | 8.3% |
| Local resolution | 28 | 5.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 16 | 2.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 16 | 2.9% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 12 | 2.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 10 | 1.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.7% |
Verulam has an estimated population of 7,224. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Verulam sits in decile 9.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Verulam |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 56.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 81.2% |
| Social rented homes | 3.2% |
| Private rented homes | 15.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 9.8 |
Is Verulam a safe place to live?
Verulam recorded 75.2 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower 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 Verulam?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 166 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (117).
Is crime in Verulam going up or down?
Recorded crime in Verulam was down 7% on the year before: 543 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 587 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Verulam?
Verulam 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 Verulam. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.