Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HP2 · Hertfordshire
305
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
HP13 · Buckinghamshire
316
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hemel Hempstead has less crime — 305 vs 316 incidents in April 2026.
Hemel Hempstead and High Wycombe recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 305 and 316 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hemel Hempstead sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (31), while High Wycombe has more Shoplifting (50). 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 High Wycombe — 305 vs 316 incidents. That is 3% fewer crimes. High Wycombe 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 High Wycombe had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hemel Hempstead recorded fewer total crimes (305 vs 316).