Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HP19 · Buckinghamshire
344
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
HP1 · Hertfordshire
299
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Hemel Hempstead has less crime — 299 vs 344 incidents in February 2026.
Aylesbury saw somewhat more crime than Hemel Hempstead in February 2026 (344 vs 299 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aylesbury sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (29), while Hemel Hempstead has more Anti-social behaviour (69). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Hemel Hempstead recorded fewer crimes than Aylesbury — 299 vs 344 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Aylesbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aylesbury saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Hemel Hempstead had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Hemel Hempstead recorded fewer total crimes (299 vs 344).