Herefordshire Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Herefordshire’s June 2024 crime rate stood at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, 31.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistently low crime profile for the area, which blends rural expanses with urban hubs such as Hereford town. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.9% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.1%) and shoplifting (7.6%). These patterns align with Herefordshire’s character as a largely rural district with limited high-density urban zones, where retail activity is concentrated in town centres rather than sprawling commercial areas. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—likely influenced the crime mix, with increased outdoor activity and tourism potentially contributing to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the overall rate remains well below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s lower population density and strong community policing initiatives. The violence and sexual offences category, while significant, is 17% below the UK average, suggesting that Herefordshire’s social fabric may offer protective factors against more severe crimes. Anti-social behaviour, which accounts for nearly one in five incidents, is 29% below the UK average, a statistic that may reflect the area’s relatively small population and the effectiveness of local interventions. Shoplifting, though lower than the UK rate, remains a concern in retail hubs, where targeted policing and surveillance systems have been deployed. The overall crime picture for Herefordshire in June 2024 illustrates a balance between seasonal influences and the area’s inherent characteristics, which collectively contribute to its comparatively low crime rate.

June 2024 saw a dramatic 180% increase in possession of weapons offences, rising from five to 14 incidents—a shift that contrasts sharply with the UK average, where this category is 43% above Herefordshire’s rate. This surge, though small in absolute terms, signals a notable deviation from recent trends and warrants scrutiny. Meanwhile, drug-related offences rose by 80%, from 20 to 36, a figure that remains 5% below the UK average. This increase could be linked to the summer season, when social gatherings and events may alter local dynamics. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 30%, from 30 to 21, a drop consistent with the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This decline may reflect reduced demand for vehicle-related crimes during the warmer months, when outdoor activities dominate. The violent crime category, which accounts for 40.9% of all incidents, remained 17% below the UK average, a trend that aligns with Herefordshire’s generally lower crime profile compared to more densely populated regions.

Herefordshire's crime rate in June 2024 rose 8.1% from the previous month, moving from 5.2 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase aligns with a broader seasonal trend, as the start of summer typically brings higher foot traffic to rural and urban centres alike. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 36 reported crimes per day in June—a figure that, while consistent with historical patterns, remains significantly lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 178 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population. This monthly exposure rate, though modest, reflects the interplay between Herefordshire's rural character and the seasonal influx of visitors, which may contribute to fluctuations in certain crime types. The local population of 191,047 provides a demographic anchor, ensuring that crime statistics are interpreted within the framework of a largely rural district with pockets of urban development.