Milford Haven Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Milford Haven’s January 2025 crime rate of 12.3 per 1,000 residents places it 73.2% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, marking a significant divergence from national trends. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences (102 cases, 50.3% of total), which were 147% above the UK average. This stark contrast with the UK highlights the area’s unique challenges, possibly linked to its coastal location and seasonal dynamics. Criminal damage and arson (21 cases, 10.3%) and anti-social behaviour (19 cases, 9.4%) also exceeded UK averages by 155% and 22%, respectively, suggesting persistent community tensions or localized issues. In contrast, vehicle crime and shoplifting were below the UK average, with vehicle crime 51% below (4 cases) and shoplifting 84% below (2 cases). This duality may reflect Milford Haven’s geography: reduced retail footfall in January likely dampened shoplifting, while the area’s built-up character and post-holiday period could exacerbate other crime types. The seasonal context of January—a time of shorter days and post-holiday lulls—typically sees lower outdoor crime, yet violent crime remains high. This suggests that factors beyond seasonal patterns, such as socio-economic conditions or policing strategies, may play a role. The data underscores a need for targeted interventions to address the specific drivers of violent and property crime in this coastal community, while leveraging the lower rates in other categories for positive local messaging.

January 2025 saw a 400% increase in 'Other crime' (2 to 10 cases), the most dramatic month-on-month shift. This category, which includes non-specific offenses, rose sharply despite no clear seasonal trigger. Concurrently, vehicle crime surged 300% (1 to 4 cases), potentially linked to post-holiday vehicle usage or increased local traffic. Conversely, burglary fell 27.3% (11 to 8 cases), though this remains 67% above the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type (50.3% of total), were 147% above the UK average, a stark contrast to vehicle crime’s 51% deficit. Residents may find the daily crime count of seven incidents per day useful for contextualizing local safety. Anti-social behaviour also rose 22% above the UK average, suggesting persistent community tensions. These divergent trends highlight a complex mix of local factors, from seasonal patterns to broader socio-economic influences, shaping crime dynamics in Milford Haven.

Milford Haven's January 2025 crime rate of 12.3 per 1,000 residents marks a 30.1% increase from December 2024’s 9.5 per 1,000. This rise contrasts with the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, placing the area 73.2% above the national benchmark. Daily crime statistics reveal approximately seven crimes reported each day in January, reflecting a persistent local challenge. When scaled to the population of 16,485, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 81 residents over the course of the month. While property crimes like vehicle crime and shoplifting are below UK averages (vehicle crime 51% below, shoplifting 84% below), violent crime remains starkly elevated. This divergence may reflect Milford Haven’s coastal geography and seasonal dynamics, where reduced retail activity in January could lower shoplifting incidents but not mitigate other persistent issues. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while individual risk is relatively low, the concentration of violent crime suggests targeted local factors, such as social dynamics or policing focus areas, may contribute to this disparity.