Crime in Chorleywood: statistics, rates and trends
522 crimes were recorded in Chorleywood in the 12 months to July 2026, 36.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Chorleywood at a glance
- Crime trends in Chorleywood
- Types of crime in Chorleywood
- Chorleywood compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Chorleywood
- Streets with the most crime in Chorleywood
- What happened after crimes were reported in Chorleywood
- Population and deprivation in Chorleywood
- Questions about crime in Chorleywood
- About this data
522 crimes were recorded in Chorleywood in the 12 months to July 2026, 36.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 191 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Chorleywood has the 1,347th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Chorleywood | Three Rivers | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 522 | 6,432 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 36.5 | 67.1 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | +0% | -1% |
| Population | 14,309 | 95,807 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Chorleywood was highest in the year to July 2020 (643 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (522). Over the whole period it fell 15%, 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 | 522 | 36.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 551 | 38.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 540 | 37.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 553 | 38.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 543 | 37.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 613 | 42.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 643 | 44.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 593 | 41.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 615 | 43.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 34 |
| June 2026 | 23 |
| May 2026 | 54 |
| April 2026 | 55 |
| March 2026 | 46 |
| February 2026 | 44 |
| January 2026 | 49 |
| December 2025 | 32 |
| November 2025 | 44 |
| October 2025 | 40 |
| September 2025 | 43 |
| August 2025 | 58 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Chorleywood 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. The largest increases were in public order (+25%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-36%) and criminal damage and arson (-29%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 191 | 13.3 | 0.39 | -10% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 71 | 5.0 | 0.32 | -15% |
| Shoplifting | 57 | 4.0 | 0.48 | +217% |
| Burglary | 38 | 2.7 | 0.75 | -16% |
| Other theft | 36 | 2.5 | 0.39 | -12% |
| Vehicle crime | 36 | 2.5 | 0.51 | -36% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 30 | 2.1 | 0.31 | -29% |
| Public order | 25 | 1.7 | 0.26 | +25% |
| Drugs | 20 | 1.4 | 0.43 | +122% |
| Other crime | 7 | 0.5 | 0.23 | -53% |
| Robbery | 6 | 0.4 | 0.31 | +100% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.3 | 0.29 | +100% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.04 | -67% |
Violence and sexual offences in Chorleywood
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Chorleywood recorded 191 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 36.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Chorleywood
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Chorleywood recorded 71 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 13.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Chorleywood
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Chorleywood recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 217% on the year before. It made up 10.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Chorleywood
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Chorleywood recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Chorleywood
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Chorleywood recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Chorleywood
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Chorleywood recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Chorleywood
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Chorleywood recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Chorleywood
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Chorleywood recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Chorleywood
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Chorleywood recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 122% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Chorleywood
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Chorleywood recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 53% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Chorleywood
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Chorleywood recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Chorleywood
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Chorleywood recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Chorleywood
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Chorleywood recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Chorleywood, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Chorleywood.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Chorleywood |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rickmansworth | 1,784 | 76.7 | +110% |
| Little Chalfont | 378 | 51.5 | +41% |
| Chalfont St Peter | 609 | 44.0 | +21% |
| Moor Park | 189 | 32.7 | -10% |
| Amersham | 781 | 45.3 | +24% |
| Watford (Watford) | 14,210 | 103.3 | +183% |
| Abbots Langley and Kings Langley | 1,082 | 65.3 | +79% |
| Bovingdon | 325 | 53.7 | +47% |
2 areas within Chorleywood, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Chorleywood South & Maple Cross had the highest rate (64.6 per 1,000) and Chorleywood North & Sarratt the lowest (44.8). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chorleywood South & Maple Cross | Neighbourhood | 7,385 | 477 | 64.6 |
| Chorleywood North & Sarratt | Neighbourhood | 7,658 | 343 | 44.8 |
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 Chorleywood over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 63 |
| On or near Edinburgh Avenue | 20 |
| On or near Parking Area | 20 |
| On or near Waterfield | 18 |
| On or near Berry Lane | 17 |
| On or near Capell Avenue | 13 |
| On or near Swannells Walk | 13 |
| On or near Aldbury Road | 10 |
| On or near Chorleywood Road | 10 |
| On or near Quickwood Close | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Chorleywood 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 | 192 | 36.8% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 170 | 32.6% |
| Not recorded | 71 | 13.6% |
| Under investigation | 29 | 5.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 20 | 3.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 19 | 3.6% |
| Local resolution | 11 | 2.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 0.6% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.4% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Chorleywood has an estimated population of 14,309. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Chorleywood sits in decile 9.4, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Chorleywood |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 59.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 82.4% |
| Social rented homes | 7.6% |
| Private rented homes | 9.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 9.4 |
Is Chorleywood a safe place to live?
Chorleywood recorded 36.5 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 Chorleywood?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 191 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (71).
Is crime in Chorleywood going up or down?
Recorded crime in Chorleywood was down 5% on the year before: 522 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 551 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Chorleywood?
Chorleywood 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 Chorleywood. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.