Herefordshire Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Herefordshire’s crime profile in August 2025 reveals a stark contrast between the dominance of violent crimes and the relatively lower prevalence of property crimes. The overall crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents—32.1% below the UK average—positions the area as one of the safest in the country, though this statistic belies the nuances of local crime patterns. Violent crimes, including sexual offences and anti-social behaviour, accounted for 39.7% of all reported incidents, significantly outpacing property crimes (30.6%) and marking a shift in the local crime profile. This imbalance may be influenced by Herefordshire’s rural character, where limited urban centres and lower population density could reduce opportunities for property-related crimes but leave public spaces more vulnerable to incidents involving interpersonal conflict. The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, likely contributed to increased tourism, which may have heightened the risk of theft from the person and other crimes in high-traffic areas. However, the area’s crime rate remains consistently lower than the UK average for most categories, with violent crimes in Herefordshire (2.2 per 1,000) being 23% below the national average. This suggests that while the area is not entirely free from violence, its relatively low population density and strong community ties may contribute to a lower incidence of violent crime compared to more densely populated regions. The overall picture underscores the importance of tailoring crime prevention strategies to the unique characteristics of Herefordshire’s rural environment, where efforts to address interpersonal conflict and manage seasonal fluctuations in tourism could play a critical role in maintaining the area’s current safety levels.

August 2025 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, with incidents rising from 2 to 4—a sharp uptick likely linked to heightened tourist activity during the peak holiday season. Conversely, drug-related crimes dropped by 41.5%, a decline that may be attributed to seasonal shifts in local demographics or law enforcement initiatives. The crime mix also revealed a striking imbalance: violent crimes (420) accounted for 39.7% of all reported incidents, significantly outpacing property crimes (323), which made up 30.6% of the total. This 8.1% gap between violent and property crimes is the largest recorded in the past year and may indicate a broader trend of social tensions or increased incidents in public spaces. Vehicle crime rose by 35% compared to July, tied to seasonal travel patterns or changes in local parking habits. The rate of violent crimes in Herefordshire (2.2 per 1,000) is 23% below the UK average, suggesting that while the area is not immune to violence, it remains significantly safer than the national average in this category.

Herefordshire’s crime rate in August 2025 dropped to 5.5 per 1,000 residents, an 11.7% decrease from July’s 6.3 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area’s historical data, which shows seasonal fluctuations influenced by tourism and local activity patterns. On a daily basis, the district recorded approximately 34 crimes per day, a figure that, while low compared to national averages, reflects the relatively low frequency of crime in this rural region. Over the course of the month, the population experienced a monthly exposure rate of one crime per 181 residents—a statistic that, when contextualised against Herefordshire’s population of 191,047, underscores the area’s status as one of the safest in the UK. This rate is particularly notable when contrasted with the UK’s average, where the equivalent figure would be significantly higher. The low crime rate may be attributed to Herefordshire’s rural character, lower population density, and limited urban centres, which reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the monthly exposure rate also highlights that no area is entirely immune to crime, even in regions with historically low rates.