Haverfordwest Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Haverfordwest in March 2025 reveals a striking imbalance, with violent crimes accounting for nearly half of all incidents—a stark departure from the UK average where property crimes typically dominate. At 12.9 per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate is 65.4% above the UK average, highlighting a unique challenge in this coastal town within Pembrokeshire. Violence and sexual offences (75 incidents) alone constitute 45.5% of the total, significantly outpacing the UK's 2.7 per 1,000 average for this category. This concentration of violent crime may reflect the area's mix of residential and commercial activity, where high streets and community hubs could contribute to social tensions. Other theft (13 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) further complicate the picture, with the latter being 28% below the UK average—a possible indicator of local policing efforts or community engagement initiatives. The seasonal context of March—transitioning to spring with extended daylight—may have influenced crime patterns, though the sharp rise in violent offences suggests underlying factors beyond seasonal shifts. For instance, the absence of a significant property crime surge (only 46 incidents) contrasts with typical UK trends, where burglary and vehicle crime often form the backbone of crime statistics. This divergence could point to specific vulnerabilities in Haverfordwest, such as limited retail security measures or social dynamics that prioritize interpersonal conflicts over material theft. The data also shows a notable increase in drug-related offences (11 incidents), which is 233% above the UK average—a figure that may warrant closer scrutiny given the area's proximity to rural networks and potential for illicit activity. As the weather improves, the interplay between outdoor activity and crime dynamics may evolve, but the current profile underscores the need for targeted interventions in violent crime prevention and community support systems.

March 2025 saw a stark shift in crime patterns, with vehicle crime increasing by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents), likely tied to seasonal changes in traffic flow or event-related activity. Shoplifting also surged by 150%, suggesting potential links to retail activity during the spring transition. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 36.8%, possibly reflecting reduced social gatherings as evenings lengthened. The dominance of violent crimes—accounting for nearly half of all incidents—places Haverfordwest far above the UK average for this category (116% higher). This imbalance contrasts sharply with the UK's overall crime profile, where property crimes typically dominate. For residents, the 300% spike in vehicle crime underscores the need for heightened vigilance in parking areas, particularly during the early spring months when tourism and local events may intersect.

Haverfordwest's crime rate in March 2025 stood at 12.9 per 1,000 residents, a 4.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 13.4 per 1,000. This slight decline aligns with the seasonal transition to spring, where extended daylight hours may deter some crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately five crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 78 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of how crime intersects with daily life, though it remains significantly higher than the UK average. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the rate has dipped slightly, the overall burden of crime remains a pressing concern for residents. The decrease in violent crimes and public order offences may reflect changes in social activity patterns as the weather improves, though this remains a plausible rather than definitive explanation.