Hertford Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hertford’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 9.6% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.3. This figure places the area among the safer built-up regions in the country, though the crime profile reveals a nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 39% of all recorded crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.6%) and other theft (8.8%). These figures suggest a persistent challenge in managing public safety, particularly in addressing incidents involving violence and disorder. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday, and the onset of darker evenings—likely influenced the types of crimes recorded. For instance, the sharp rise in public order offences may be partially explained by the timing of Bonfire Night, which typically draws crowds and increases the likelihood of disturbances. Meanwhile, the lower-than-average shoplifting rate (37% below the UK average) could reflect the area’s retail environment, which may be more secure or less targeted compared to other regions. Anti-social behaviour, though still a concern, fell below the UK average by 6%, indicating a possible success in local initiatives aimed at reducing such incidents. However, the increase in vehicle crime and robbery underscores the need for continued vigilance. These trends highlight the importance of aligning crime prevention strategies with the specific rhythms of the local community, ensuring that efforts are responsive to seasonal and situational factors that shape criminal activity.

November 2025 saw significant fluctuations in Hertford’s crime profile. Robbery incidents doubled compared to the previous month, with two reported cases—a stark increase from zero. Public order offences surged by 54.5%, rising from 11 to 17, likely linked to the timing of Bonfire Night and the start of the festive season. Vehicle crime also climbed by 33.3%, with 12 incidents reported, possibly driven by increased traffic during Black Friday shopping. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and drug-related offences both fell sharply, with anti-social behaviour declining by 39.6% and drugs-related crimes dropping by 54.5%. These trends highlight a shift in the nature of crime, with public order issues becoming more prominent. Shoplifting rates in Hertford were 37% below the UK average, a contrast to the 18% above average for other theft offences, indicating a combination of local retail environments and broader national patterns.

Hertford’s crime rate in November 2025 fell by 11.2% compared to the previous month, declining from 7.5 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This downward trend aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as shorter evenings and reduced foot traffic in public spaces may have contributed to fewer incidents. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of seven crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the ongoing presence of local crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 151 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in a built-up area. When contextualised against Hertford’s population of 30,893, this statistic suggests that most residents experience a low likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. The decline in anti-social behaviour and drug-related offences, alongside the rise in public order crimes, highlights a shift in the types of incidents occurring, potentially influenced by the timing of events such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping.