Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HP1 · Hertfordshire
357
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
HP12 · Buckinghamshire
226
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
High Wycombe has less crime — 226 vs 357 incidents in April 2026.
Hemel Hempstead recorded notably higher crime than High Wycombe in April 2026 — 357 vs 226 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hemel Hempstead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (34), while High Wycombe has more Other theft (25). 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, High Wycombe recorded fewer crimes than Hemel Hempstead — 226 vs 357 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes. Hemel Hempstead is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hemel Hempstead saw higher rates of Shoplifting while High Wycombe had more Other theft. Overall, High Wycombe recorded fewer total crimes (226 vs 357).