Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HP3 · Hertfordshire
205
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
HP11 · Buckinghamshire
321
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hemel Hempstead has less crime — 205 vs 321 incidents in April 2026.
High Wycombe recorded notably higher crime than Hemel Hempstead in April 2026 — 321 vs 205 incidents. 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 — 205 vs 321 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. High Wycombe is above the national average.
In April 2026, Hemel Hempstead's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (59 incidents) while High Wycombe's was Violence & sexual offences (118 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.