Herefordshire Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Herefordshire's crime rate for April 2025 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 29.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This consistent gap from national figures underscores Herefordshire's distinct crime profile, shaped by its rural-urban mix and seasonal rhythms. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.8% of all reported incidents (417 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.4%) and criminal damage and arson (8.8%). These figures align with the area's character as a largely rural district with significant urban centres, where public order issues and interpersonal conflicts may be more pronounced. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—likely contributed to fluctuations in crime patterns. For instance, the rise in vehicle crime and bicycle theft may partly reflect greater traffic volumes and recreational cycling during this time of year. However, the area's overall safety remains evident, with theft from the person and robbery both at 100% below the UK average, suggesting effective local deterrents or lower opportunities for such crimes. This data also highlights Herefordshire's consistent underperformance relative to the UK in drug-related crimes, with a 63% deficit, reflecting successful community interventions or lower prevalence of substance use. The balance between violent and property crimes in April—violent crimes accounting for 40.8% of the total—suggests a combination of factors, including the area's demographic composition and local policing priorities.

April 2025 saw a 175% surge in bicycle theft, with incidents rising from 4 to 11. This jump, though small in absolute terms, may reflect increased outdoor cycling during spring weather or seasonal events. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, increasing by 85% from 20 to 37, potentially linked to more traffic and Easter-related travel. Conversely, burglary and public order offences fell by 42.1% and 36.5% respectively, suggesting possible improvements in community safety initiatives or police presence. For residents, the 100% drop in robbery cases—from 4 to 2—may indicate effective deterrents in high-risk areas. Herefordshire's violent crime rate (2.2 per 1,000) is 16% below the UK average, a consistent trend that likely reflects the area's relatively low population density and stable social environment. However, possession of weapons and bicycle theft both exceed UK averages by 43%, pointing to niche concerns that warrant closer attention.

Herefordshire's crime rate in April 2025 rose 3.3% from the previous month, moving from 5.2 to 5.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects broader seasonal patterns typical of spring, when outdoor activity intensifies. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 34 reported crimes per day—a figure that, while locally relevant, must be interpreted without UK-wide comparisons, as no national daily crime data exists. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 187 residents, a metric that contextualises the scale of crime relative to the population of 191,047. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which would require extrapolation to estimate, but the local data alone illustrates a crime profile that is consistently below national benchmarks for most categories. The population context further underscores that even with the 3.3% increase, the overall rate remains 29.9% below the UK average, suggesting systemic differences in policing, community engagement, or demographic factors that contribute to lower crime levels.