Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HP2 · Hertfordshire
305
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
HP3 · Hertfordshire
205
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hemel Hempstead has less crime — 205 vs 305 incidents in April 2026.
Hemel Hempstead saw somewhat more crime than Hemel Hempstead in April 2026 (305 vs 205 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hemel Hempstead sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (31), while Hemel Hempstead has more Shoplifting (36). 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 Hemel Hempstead — 205 vs 305 incidents. That is 33% 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 Criminal damage & arson while Hemel Hempstead had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hemel Hempstead recorded fewer total crimes (205 vs 305).