Hereford Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Hereford's crime picture in June 2025, accounting for 36.5% of all reported crimes. At 7.8 per 1,000 residents, the area's overall crime rate was 3.7% below the UK average, a consistent pattern that reflects Hereford's character as a historic built-up area with a smaller population and lower urban density. The dominance of violent crime over property crime (175 vs 138 cases) contrasts with many larger UK towns, where property-related offences often take precedence. This imbalance may be partly explained by Hereford's proximity to Herefordshire's rural expanses, which could see more incidents of violence in localised social settings than in sprawling urban environments. Seasonal factors also played a role: the start of summer and longer daylight hours may have influenced patterns, with increased foot traffic in town centres contributing to both the rise in robbery and the drop in shoplifting. However, the sharp increase in robbery cases (400% month-on-month) suggests a need for further analysis of specific locations or times of day where such incidents occurred. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the volatility in certain crime categories—particularly the sudden spike in robbery—illustrates the need for targeted community engagement and policing strategies in Hereford's core areas.

June 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with robbery incidents surging by 400% (from 1 to 5 cases) and theft from the person rising by 200% (from 1 to 3 cases). These spikes, though small in absolute terms, highlight vulnerabilities in local security during the summer months. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 28.4% (from 74 to 53 cases), possibly reflecting the start of warmer weather and reduced retail footfall. Anti-social behaviour remained higher than the UK average, with 1.6 per 1,000 residents compared to the national 1.4 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be tied to Hereford's social dynamics, including its mix of historic town centres and modern housing developments. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 73% compared to the UK average, likely due to the town's lower density of car parks and commuter traffic. A resident would find the 400% rise in robbery particularly concerning, as it suggests a need for heightened vigilance in public spaces.

Hereford's crime rate in June 2025 fell to 7.8 per 1,000 residents, a 10.1% drop from 8.7 per 1,000 in May. This decline aligns with a broader trend seen in other UK towns during the summer months, though Hereford's rate remains consistently below the national average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 16 crimes per day in June, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 128 residents, a measure that highlights the relative safety of Hereford compared to larger urban centres. This monthly exposure rate, while not directly comparable to UK-wide statistics, underscores the town's lower crime density. The population-scaled perspective further reveals that Hereford's crime profile is shaped by its smaller size and distinct local dynamics, which may contribute to the sustained gap between its rate and the UK average.