Hereford Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hereford’s crime rate in January 2025 stood at 7.1 per 1,000 residents, exactly matching the UK average. This figure, however, masks significant variations in the types of crimes reported. Violence and sexual offences dominated the landscape, accounting for 45.9% of all crimes—200 incidents—31% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (15.6%) and public order offences (8.7%) also featured prominently, both exceeding national rates by 12% and 30% respectively. This concentration of violent and disorderly crimes contrasts with lower-than-average rates for shoplifting (19% below UK) and vehicle crime (76% below UK). Seasonal context suggests that the post-holiday period may have contributed to the elevated violence rates, as reduced retail footfall and shorter days typically dampen outdoor crimes but may exacerbate tensions in high-density areas. The built-up nature of Hereford, with its mix of residential and commercial zones, likely amplifies such patterns. Meanwhile, bicycle theft’s unexpected rise—up 66.7% from the previous month—defies seasonal expectations, hinting at possible shifts in local commuting habits or security measures. These findings underscore the need to examine both broad trends and specific micro-patterns in Hereford’s crime profile.

Bicycle theft in Hereford surged by 66.7% in January 2025, rising from three to five incidents—a stark contrast to the usual seasonal dip in outdoor crimes. This spike may be linked to increased winter cycling activity or changes in local parking patterns. Meanwhile, robbery rates plummeted by 80%, dropping from five to one incident, likely reflecting reduced foot traffic during the post-holiday lull. Drugs-related crimes also fell sharply by 46.7%, from 15 to eight, a trend consistent with seasonal reductions in social gatherings. Hereford’s rate of violence and sexual offences is 31% above the UK average, with 200 incidents reported—over 45% of all crimes. This imbalance highlights a localised challenge in managing violent crime, despite the overall rate matching the national average. The drop in vehicle crime by 76% (from 3 to 4 incidents) and other theft by 34.6% (from 26 to 17) further illustrates the month’s shifting crime dynamics.

Hereford’s crime rate in January 2025 fell by 2.5% compared to the previous month’s 7.3 per 1,000, settling at the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, aligns with seasonal trends typical of January: reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours curbing outdoor crimes. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 14 crimes reported each day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 141 residents, a metric that provides a clear snapshot of the monthly exposure to crime. This rate is consistent with Hereford’s built-up area profile, where crime is often concentrated in specific zones such as the town centre. The population-scaled perspective shows that while the rate matches the UK average, the distribution of crime types—particularly the elevated rates of violence and anti-social behaviour—suggests local factors may be influencing patterns differently than the national average.