Hereford Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Hereford’s built-up area recorded a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 6.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This translates to a monthly exposure of roughly one reported crime for every 140 residents, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (38.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.6%) and shoplifting (11.6%). These patterns align with seasonal rhythms: the prevalence of violence may partly reflect darker evenings and heightened activity during Black Friday shopping, while anti-social behaviour could be linked to the social dynamics of a mid-sized town with a mix of residential and commercial areas. Shoplifting, though lower than the UK average for this category, still reflects the retail presence in the town centre. The data illustrates a balance between property crimes (30.1% of total) and violent crimes (38.3%), suggesting that Hereford’s crime profile is shaped by both urban density and the seasonal calendar. November’s extended evenings, coupled with events like Bonfire Night, may have influenced the frequency of public order incidents. Overall, the crime rate sits comfortably below the UK average, indicating that Hereford’s built-up area maintains a relatively safe environment for its residents compared to national benchmarks.

November 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Burglary increased by 80% compared to October, rising from 5 to 9 incidents—a sharp contrast to the 35% UK-wide deficit in this category. This spike may be attributed to seasonal factors, such as increased home occupancy during the holiday period or heightened opportunities during darker evenings. Conversely, robbery fell by 60%, dropping from 5 to 2 cases—a decline that could reflect improved community awareness or the impact of local initiatives targeting high-risk areas. Vehicle crime also rose by 40%, with 7 incidents reported, though this remains 77% below the UK average. This suggests that while local factors may be contributing to the increase, Hereford’s overall vehicle crime rate remains significantly lower than national levels. Another striking contrast is the 37% UK deficit in public order offences, which, despite being the fourth most common crime locally, stands out as a category where Hereford performs better than the national average. This could indicate effective policing in public spaces or a lower prevalence of alcohol-fuelled incidents compared to other areas. The data also reveals that anti-social behaviour, though 8% above the UK average, accounts for a significant share of total crimes, highlighting the need for targeted interventions in community areas.

Hereford’s crime rate in November 2024 fell to 7.1 per 1,000 residents, a 6.4% decrease from October’s rate of 7.6 per 1,000. This decline, while modest, suggests a stabilisation in the local crime picture after a period of fluctuation. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 15 crimes per day in November—a figure that, when scaled to the population, equates to one reported crime for every 140 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure provides a tangible measure of risk, showing that the likelihood of encountering crime is relatively low compared to larger urban centres. When compared to the UK average, Hereford’s performance in certain categories is particularly noteworthy: burglary, vehicle crime, and robbery all sit well below national levels, indicating that the built-up area may benefit from specific environmental or social factors that deter these types of offences. However, the area still faces challenges in areas such as public order, where it exceeds the UK average by 37%, and anti-social behaviour, which is 8% above the national benchmark. These discrepancies suggest that while Hereford’s overall crime environment is safer than the UK average, targeted efforts may be required to address the persistent issues in these specific categories. The interplay between local conditions and national trends underscores the importance of context-specific policing and community engagement strategies.