Milford Haven Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Milford Haven’s May 2023 crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents marked a stark contrast to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, reflecting a 48.8% deficit. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, contributing 44.1% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 26.5%. This pattern aligns with Milford Haven’s character as a coastal town with a relatively small population and limited urban density, factors that may contribute to lower rates of property crimes compared to larger cities. The seasonal context of May—characterised by bank holidays and extended evenings—likely influenced the prevalence of violence and public order offences, which are often linked to increased outdoor socialising. However, the sharp decline in public order offences month-on-month suggests that local initiatives or seasonal rhythms may have played a role in tempering these trends. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern, remained 17% below the UK average, indicating effective community engagement strategies. The overall crime profile underscores Milford Haven’s position as a relatively safe area, though the persistence of violence-related offences highlights the need for continued attention to local safety measures.

The most striking month-on-month change in May 2023 was the 72.7% decline in public order offences, which fell from 11 to 3. This drop, combined with a 62.5% reduction in violence and sexual offences (from 80 to 30), suggests a major shift in local crime dynamics. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 44.1% of all crimes, but their rate of 1.8 per 1,000 was 35% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, also fell below the UK average by 17%.1 per 1,000 was higher than the UK’s 1.3 per 1,000. Possession of weapons saw a 66.7% decrease, from 3 to 1, but this category remained 43% above the UK average. These figures indicate a combination of local factors, including seasonal shifts in social activity and potential improvements in community policing efforts.

Milford Haven’s crime rate in May 2023 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, a 58.1% drop from the previous month’s rate of 9.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced public order offences, which fell by 72.7% (from 11 to 3). Daily crime data reveals an average of two reported incidents per day in May, a figure that, while low, remains consistent with the area’s generally safe profile. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 242 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Milford Haven significantly below the UK average. With a population of 16,485, the local context suggests that community cohesion and limited population density may contribute to sustained low crime levels. The sharp reduction in public order offences, which are typically linked to socialising in public spaces, may reflect seasonal changes such as fewer bank holidays and shorter evenings in May.