Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HP20 · Buckinghamshire
445
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
HP2 · Hertfordshire
305
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hemel Hempstead has less crime — 305 vs 445 incidents in April 2026.
Aylesbury saw somewhat more crime than Hemel Hempstead in April 2026 (445 vs 305 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aylesbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (81), while Hemel Hempstead has more Criminal damage & arson (31). 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 April 2026 Police data, Hemel Hempstead recorded fewer crimes than Aylesbury — 305 vs 445 incidents. That is 31% fewer crimes. Aylesbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Aylesbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Hemel Hempstead had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hemel Hempstead recorded fewer total crimes (305 vs 445).