Haverfordwest Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 marked an unexpected spike in 'Other crime' in Haverfordwest, a development that defies seasonal expectations. The area's overall crime rate of 12.3 per 1,000 residents placed it 75.7% above the UK average, a stark deviation from national trends. While the month is typically associated with reduced outdoor activity due to dark evenings and holiday closures, Haverfordwest's data reveals a complex picture. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences (41.4% of total incidents), a category that remains 98% above the UK average. This anomaly may be linked to the area's unique demographic profile, where a mix of transient populations and year-round tourism could contribute to persistent violent crime. Shoplifting (11.5% of total incidents) and public order offences (8.9%) also stood out, both significantly exceeding national averages. Seasonal factors such as Christmas shopping and the party season likely exacerbated these issues, though the sharp rise in 'Other crime'—a category that includes a broad range of unclassified incidents—suggests the need for more granular data collection. The area's crime profile, shaped by its location within Pembrokeshire's coastal and rural landscape, appears to be influenced by both local socioeconomic conditions and broader national patterns. The interplay between seasonal fluctuations and long-term trends remains a critical area for further analysis, as does the potential impact of unaddressed property crimes, which accounted for 26.7% of reported incidents.

December 2025 saw a dramatic 150% increase in 'Other crime,' rising from 4 to 10 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 42.9% rise in drug-related offences and a 33.3% increase in possession of weapons, points to a shifting criminal landscape in Haverfordwest. These changes contrast sharply with declines in other categories, including a 58.8% reduction in criminal damage and arson and a 30% drop in public order offences. The rise in 'Other crime'—a category that includes a wide range of non-specific offences—suggests potential gaps in policing or reporting practices. Meanwhile, the area's violence and sexual offences rate (5.1 per 1,000) remains 98% above the UK average, a figure that underscores persistent challenges in addressing violent crime. For residents, the 150% jump in 'Other crime' serves as a stark reminder of the need for vigilance, particularly in unmonitored public spaces.

Haverfordwest's crime rate in December 2025 stood at 12.3 per 1,000 residents, a 12.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 14.0. This decline suggests a temporary moderation in criminal activity, though the overall rate remains significantly higher than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 82 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of the scale of crime relative to the local population. With a population of 12,798, the area's crime profile continues to reflect patterns that diverge from national trends, particularly in categories such as violence and sexual offences. The comparison to the previous month highlights the volatility of crime rates in Haverfordwest, where fluctuations may be influenced by seasonal factors or localized events, though these remain speculative without further data.