Milford Haven Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Milford Haven's crime rate in March 2023 stood at 11.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 47.4% above the UK average of 7.6. This marked deviation from the national picture underscores the area's distinct crime profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 48.4% of all reported crimes, followed by public order incidents (11.4%) and anti-social behaviour (10.3%). These figures reflect a pattern consistent with areas experiencing concentrated social activity in urban centres, where public spaces become focal points for conflict and disorder. The seasonal transition to spring, with longer evenings and the clocks changing, may partly explain the elevated levels of violent crime, as increased foot traffic and extended daylight hours create environments conducive to interpersonal incidents. Drug-related offences also showed a stark contrast to the UK average, with rates 200% higher, suggesting potential links to localised drug networks or supply chains. The area's coastal location and status as a built-up area within Pembrokeshire likely contribute to its unique crime dynamics, where tourism, residential density, and economic factors intersect to shape criminal activity trends.

March 2023 saw a significant shift in the crime mix, with violent crimes comprising nearly half of all reports—substantially higher than the UK average for this category (2.7 per 1,000). This imbalance between property and violent crime contrasts with many UK areas, where property crimes typically dominate. Drug-related offences, at 0.6 per 1,000, were 200% above the UK average, a figure that would be of particular concern to local residents and businesses. Conversely, vehicle crime rates (0.1 per 1,000) were 79% below the UK average, possibly reflecting lower vehicle density or effective local deterrents in Milford Haven. The sharp rise in violence and sexual offences—accounting for 89 incidents—compares starkly to the 35 property crimes recorded, illustrating a marked focus on personal safety issues. For residents, the data highlights the need for heightened awareness in public spaces, particularly as the area transitions into spring, when increased social activity may exacerbate existing tensions. The drug-related crime spike, though relatively small in absolute terms, represents a 200% increase over the UK average, indicating a potential area for targeted intervention.

Milford Haven's crime rate in March 2023 was 11.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places it higher than the UK average. To contextualise this, the area experienced an average of six crimes per day during the month, with one reported crime occurring for every 90 residents over the course of March. When compared to the previous month, the rate remained stable, though the distribution of crime types shifted significantly. The population-scaled perspective reveals that each resident faced a 1-in-90 chance of being directly affected by a crime during the month—a figure that, while not excessively high, underscores the need for community-focused policing strategies. The daily crime count provides a tangible metric for residents: if the current rate persisted, an average of six incidents would occur in Milford Haven each day. This includes a mix of violent, public order, and anti-social behaviour incidents that collectively outpace national trends. The comparison to the UK average highlights Milford Haven's unique challenges, particularly in areas like drug-related crime and violence, which demand tailored approaches considering the area's coastal and built-up characteristics. While the overall rate remains consistent with previous months, the composition of crimes suggests opportunities for targeted interventions to address specific vulnerabilities.