Milford Haven Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Milford Haven's overall crime rate in May 2024 stood at 13.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 60.7% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure reflects a stark contrast to the previous month, when the rate was 0.3 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 51.6% of all reported incidents (115 cases), followed by criminal damage and arson (11.2%) and anti-social behaviour (9.9%). These patterns align with seasonal dynamics in May, which sees extended daylight hours and bank holidays contributing to increased socialising in the town's coastal and retail areas. The violence rate of 7.0 per 1,000 is 146% above the UK average, suggesting pressures on local policing resources during this period. Anti-social behaviour remains a persistent concern, with 1.3 per 1,000 reported cases, though this is 10% below the UK average. The data also highlights a marked divergence in specific crime types: while shoplifting rose to 0.3 per 1,000 (53% below UK average), possession of weapons surged to 0.4 per 1,000 (400% above UK average), indicating complex patterns that may reflect local socioeconomic factors. This month's statistics underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly those with concentrated nightlife or retail activity.

The most dramatic month-on-month change occurred in violence and sexual offences, which jumped from 1 case to 115 — a 11,400% increase. This surge is consistent with the seasonal context of May, which includes bank holidays and longer evenings that may encourage outdoor drinking and socialising in Milford Haven's coastal and retail zones. Anti-social behaviour also saw a 450% increase, rising from 4 to 22 cases, suggesting heightened tensions in shared spaces or public areas. Shoplifting.3 per 1,000, doubled from 0 to 5 cases, potentially linked to increased foot traffic during the month. Meanwhile, certain categories performed significantly below the UK average: shoplifting (53% below), drugs (9% below), and vehicle crime (57% below). These discrepancies may reflect Milford Haven's unique characteristics, such as its coastal location and smaller population size, which could reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. The most extreme UK comparison is in possession of weapons, which is 400% above the UK average (0.1 per 1,000), highlighting a specific area of concern that requires further analysis.

Milford Haven's crime rate in May 2024 was 13.5 per 1,000 residents, a staggering 4,410% increase compared to the previous month's rate of 0.3 per 1,000. This dramatic shift underscores the volatility of crime trends in the area. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately 7 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while localised, provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 74 residents — a monthly exposure rate that, while not directly comparable to national figures, highlights the intensity of criminal activity relative to the population size of 16,485. This rate is particularly striking when considering the area's status as a built-up region within Pembrokeshire, where crime statistics are typically lower than in major urban centres. The stark contrast between the previous month's data and May's figures suggests the influence of transient factors, such as temporary events or changes in policing focus. However, the persistent elevation of certain crime types — violence and anti-social behaviour — indicates deeper, ongoing challenges that may require sustained community engagement and resource allocation.