Herefordshire Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Herefordshire recorded a crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents in November 2023, marking a 30.7% deficit compared to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local conditions and seasonal factors. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.4% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.7%) and shoplifting (7.4%). These patterns align with Herefordshire's character as a mixed rural-urban area, where community interactions and local events may influence crime trends. The November context—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended dark evenings—likely shaped the crime profile. For instance, the surge in vehicle crime may be linked to increased nighttime activity or the movement of goods during the holiday season. Conversely, the drop in public order offences could be attributed to reduced social gatherings as the month progressed. Despite these fluctuations, the overall crime rate remains a testament to the area's relatively low levels of criminal activity compared to the UK, suggesting that local initiatives or environmental factors may contribute to this sustained trend. However, the sharp increase in vehicle crime underscores the need for continued vigilance, particularly in areas with high traffic density or during periods of reduced visibility.

November 2023 saw a 50% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 18 to 27 incidents. This sharp rise may partly explain the heightened awareness among residents, particularly in areas with high traffic or parking density. Concurrently, robbery incidents climbed by 25%, though remaining at a low absolute level of five cases. These increases contrast with notable declines in public order offences (down 32.5%) and other theft (down 30.8%), suggesting a shift in crime dynamics. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type (42.4% of total), remained 15% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (14.7% of total) was 24% below the national rate. For residents, the 50% surge in vehicle crime highlights the need for heightened vigilance in parking areas, especially during late evenings when visibility is reduced.

Herefordshire's crime rate for November 2023 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, a 15.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as November typically sees reduced outdoor activity and shorter daylight hours, which may limit opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 33 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the overall trend of lower reported incidents compared to other months. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for every 191 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of crime in the area. When contextualised against Herefordshire's population of 191,047, the crime rate remains significantly below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion, policing strategies, or geographic characteristics—likely contribute to this sustained disparity. This monthly exposure figure, while low, serves as a reminder that crime remains a concern for residents, albeit at a manageable level.