Haverfordwest Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.3% of all reported crimes in Haverfordwest during May 2025, establishing this category as the dominant driver of the area's crime profile. With an overall crime rate of 16.8 per 1,000 residents — 107.4% above the UK average — the town's statistics reveal a stark contrast to national trends. This elevated rate is particularly evident in violence-related incidents, which stood at 7.1 per 1,000, more than double the UK average. The data also highlights a sharp increase in public order offences, which reached 2.2 per 1,000 — 279% above the national average. These figures align with the seasonal context of May, a time when extended daylight hours and bank holidays typically lead to increased socialising in public spaces. The town's position as a coastal resort, combined with its role as a regional transport hub, likely contributes to these patterns. While property crimes remained relatively low, the significant disparity between local and national rates in violent crimes suggests a need for targeted interventions. The breakdown shows that criminal damage and arson also rose sharply, with 1.7 per 1,000 — 183% above the UK average — a trend that may be linked to the area's seasonal tourism dynamics. These statistics illustrate a community grappling with a unique set of challenges, where the intersection of geography, population movement, and seasonal factors creates a distinct crime environment.

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in May, comprising 42.3% of all reported crimes — a figure 151% above the UK average. This surge aligns with the seasonal shift towards longer evenings, which may contribute to increased social interactions in public spaces. Meanwhile, vehicle crime saw a 200% month-on-month increase, jumping from one to three incidents, a change that could reflect temporary disruptions in local parking patterns or increased vehicle presence during bank holidays. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 50%, dropping from two to one incident, a decline that may be linked to reduced foot traffic in retail areas following Easter. Public order offences also showed a stark divergence, with rates 279% above the UK average — a figure that highlights the challenges faced by local authorities in managing crowd behaviour during peak tourist periods. These fluctuations illustrate the combination of seasonal factors and local infrastructure in shaping crime patterns.

Haverfordwest's crime rate in May 2025 rose 11.4% from the previous month, climbing to 16.8 per 1,000 residents. This increase follows a pattern seen in other coastal towns during late spring, when extended daylight and bank holidays contribute to heightened social activity. On a daily basis, the area experiences roughly seven reported crimes each day, a figure that reflects both the local population density and the seasonal rhythm of outdoor events. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 60 residents — a monthly exposure rate that underscores the persistent presence of crime in the community. While this rate is significantly higher than the UK average, the local context, including the town's role as a tourist hub and its proximity to major transport routes, likely contributes to this disparity. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, though this is tempered by the relatively low incidence of vehicle crime and theft from the person, which remain below UK levels.