Haverfordwest Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Haverfordwest's crime rate of 12.8 per 1,000 residents in September 2025 is 73% above the UK average, highlighting a stark divergence from national trends. The area's crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (53.1% of total crimes), followed by public order issues (9.2%) and anti-social behaviour (7.9%). This pattern contrasts sharply with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for only 2.6 per 1,000 residents. The high rate of violent crime in Haverfordwest is likely tied to seasonal factors, as September marks the start of the academic year and university freshers' week. These transitions often bring increased foot traffic and social interactions in town centres, which may contribute to higher incidents of public disorder and interpersonal conflict. While anti-social behaviour rates decreased by 43.5% compared to August, the persistent dominance of violent crime suggests systemic issues requiring targeted interventions. The local context of Haverfordwest—a coastal town with a mix of historic residential areas and modern retail hubs—may amplify tensions during periods of social flux. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high youth activity and during evening hours when public order incidents are most likely to occur.

September 2025 saw a 10% increase in other theft crimes, rising from 10 to 11 incidents. This uptick, while modest, signals a potential shift in criminal activity patterns. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour incidents dropped by 43.5% (from 23 to 13), a decline that may reflect the impact of recent community engagement initiatives or seasonal changes in population dynamics. The most alarming figure remains the 164% gap between Haverfordwest's rate of violence and sexual offences (6.8 per 1,000) and the UK average (2.6 per 1,000). This disparity is particularly pronounced given the area's relatively small population of 12,798, where each incident has a disproportionate local impact. Residents should note that public order offences (1.2 per 1,000) are 122% above the UK average, with a notable concentration in areas near the town's main thoroughfares. While vehicle crime decreased by 75% compared to the UK average, this figure (0.1 per 1,000) is still low enough to suggest that local infrastructure may be effectively deterring such crimes. The data underscores a need for enhanced community policing in high-risk zones during the transition to autumn, when increased social activity often correlates with higher crime rates.

Haverfordwest's crime rate in September 2025 (12.8 per 1,000) represents an 11.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 14.5 per 1,000, a welcome but modest decline. This monthly reduction translates to approximately 5 crimes reported per day in the area—a figure that, while lower than August, remains significantly higher than the UK average. Over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 78 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is higher than the national average. When scaled to the area's population of 12,798, this statistic highlights the concentrated nature of criminal activity in Haverfordwest compared to the UK as a whole. The contrast between Haverfordwest's crime profile and the national average is most stark in violent crime categories, where the local rate is over six times higher than the UK's. This divergence suggests unique local factors—such as the town's role as a regional hub for education and tourism—may be contributing to the elevated crime rates. While the daily crime count provides a useful snapshot, residents should consider the broader context of population density and local economic activity when assessing personal risk. The comparison to the UK average reinforces the need for tailored crime prevention strategies specific to Haverfordwest's demographic and geographic characteristics.