Hartford Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hartford’s November 2024 crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents places it 61.8% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national picture. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which account for 58.8% of total incidents, followed by other theft (17.7%). This violent crime focus is consistent with the area’s character as a built-up district within Cheshire West and Chester, where proximity to urban centres and local amenities may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Seasonal factors in November, such as the onset of darker evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night, likely amplify risks associated with outdoor activity and public gatherings. The relatively low property crime rate—only 5 incidents compared to 10 violent crimes—suggests a community where personal safety concerns outweigh property-related threats. However, the absence of major retail hubs or high-density housing may explain this imbalance. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, meaning Hartford’s rate is 34% lower than the national benchmark, though the area remains vulnerable to spikes in specific categories. The seasonal context of November, with its mix of festive events and shorter daylight hours, may further influence local crime patterns, particularly in areas where public visibility is reduced.

November 2024 saw a 100% increase in three specific crime categories: possession of weapons, shoplifting, and bicycle theft, each rising from zero to one reported incident. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain the shift in crime mix, with violent crimes accounting for 58.8% of total incidents—significantly higher than the UK average for this category. While the overall crime rate remains 61.8% below the national average, the rise in weapon-related offences highlights a localised concern. Residents should be particularly aware of this trend, as possession of weapons is 233% above the UK average for the area. The increase in bicycle theft, which is 186% above the UK rate, may be linked to seasonal factors such as the closure of local schools or the movement of cyclists during darker evenings. These figures, though limited in scope, suggest areas where local policing and community awareness could be strengthened.

Hartford’s November 2024 crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents marks a -10.6% decline from the previous month’s 3.2 per 1,000, reflecting a continued trend of reduced criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 347 residents, a figure that contextualises the low level of monthly exposure for local residents. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime per day, a rate that remains significantly lower than many comparable UK towns. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure of 1-in-347 residents underscores the rarity of crime in Hartford relative to its size. This compares favourably to the UK average, where residents face a much higher risk of encountering crime. The population of 5,902 further illustrates how even a single incident can have a noticeable impact on community perception, though the overall numbers remain consistent with the area’s historical pattern of low crime.