Hertfordshire Constabulary

Is Hoddesdon Safe?

Crime statistics for Hoddesdon. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 24 months: February 2024 – January 2026 6,575 crimes
6 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

6,575 Crimes (last 24 months)
45.9% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↑7.8% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 24 months — 6,575 total crimes recorded in Hoddesdon

Violent Crime
2,143 32.6%
Anti-Social Behaviour
1,408 21.4%
Other Theft
734 11.2%
Vehicle Crime
491 7.5%
Shoplifting
436 6.6%
Criminal Damage & Arson
393 6%
Public Order
308 4.7%
Burglary
160 2.4%
Drugs
160 2.4%
Other Crime
121 1.8%
Robbery
73 1.1%
Possession of Weapons
72 1.1%
Theft from Person
49 0.7%
Bicycle Theft
27 0.4%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Hoddesdon — last 24 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hoddesdon safe?

Hoddesdon has a CrimeRadar safety score of 6/100, rated High Crime. 3,411 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Hoddesdon has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Hoddesdon in the last 12 months?

3,411 crimes were recorded in Hoddesdon in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 7.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,164 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Hoddesdon?

The most common crime in Hoddesdon is Violent Crime, with 2,143 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 62.8% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Hoddesdon increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Hoddesdon is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 7.8% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for Hoddesdon?

Hoddesdon has a safety score of 6 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Hoddesdon compare to the Hertfordshire Constabulary average?

Hoddesdon has a safety score of 6/100, while the Hertfordshire Constabulary force area average is 7/100. Hoddesdon is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Hoddesdon?

45.9% of crimes in Hoddesdon resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Hoddesdon?

2,143 violent crimes were recorded in Hoddesdon in the last 12 months, representing 62.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 1,408 incidents.

When was the crime data for Hoddesdon last updated?

The crime data for Hoddesdon was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Hoddesdon with other areas?

You can compare Hoddesdon with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.