Hereford Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hereford's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 7.1 per 1,000 residents, 4.1% below the UK average of 7.4. This performance underscores the area's relatively safe profile, particularly when compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.3% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%) and shoplifting (10.5%). The dominance of violent crimes may be partly explained by the seasonal context of September, a time when university freshers arrive and local nightlife activity intensifies. Despite this, the area's overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average, a position reinforced by the 29% reduction in burglary and 75% drop in vehicle crime compared to national figures. Public order offences, at 0.5 per 1,000, were 7% below the UK average, a figure that could reflect Hereford's compact built-up area and community-oriented policing strategies. The seasonal context of September—marked by back-to-school routines and the gradual onset of colder weather—likely influenced the mix of crimes, with shoplifting and anti-social behaviour seeing higher incidence. However, the lower rates of property crime compared to the UK average suggest that Hereford's urban environment, while not immune to crime, benefits from effective local measures that mitigate certain types of incidents.

September saw a 200% surge in bicycle theft, rising from five to 15 incidents. This sharp increase is likely tied to the return of university students, who often rely on bikes for transport. Conversely, other crime dropped by 78.6%, with reported incidents falling from 14 to three, a shift that may reflect seasonal changes in public activity. Robbery also declined by 66.7%, from six to two cases, a trend that could be linked to the earlier start of darker evenings, which may deter opportunistic crimes. While shoplifting remains 31% above the UK average at 0.8 per 1,000, public order offences fell 7% below the national benchmark. The 91.7% rise in drug-related crimes, from 12 to 23 incidents, warrants attention, as it suggests a possible uptick in social activity during the freshers' period. These fluctuations highlight the combination of seasonal rhythms and local crime patterns.

Hereford's crime rate in September 2025 fell to 7.1 per 1,000 residents, a 17.5% decrease from the previous month's 8.6. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as the transition from summer to autumn typically sees reduced outdoor activity and fewer late-night gatherings. Daily crime figures show 15 reported incidents per day, a manageable figure that reflects the area's relatively low overall rate. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 141 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents against the local population. Hereford's rate remains 4.1% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may partly explain the area's reputation as a safer urban centre within Herefordshire. The drop in violent crimes and property offences from August suggests that targeted policing efforts or community initiatives may have had a measurable impact, though such conclusions remain speculative without further data.