Welwyn Hatfield Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Welwyn Hatfield, 9.3 crimes were recorded in July 2025, placing the local authority 8.1% above the UK average of 8.6. This rate translates to one reported crime for every 108 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. Violence and sexual offences (33.5% of total) and anti-social behaviour (24.1%) dominated the crime picture, reflecting patterns often seen in commuter towns with mixed urban and suburban characteristics. July’s peak summer season, with schools out and festivals in full swing, likely contributed to higher anti-social behaviour and public order incidents, particularly in areas with high foot traffic. Shoplifting (7.8%) remained a persistent issue, consistent with retail hubs in the area. The data suggests that while violent crime remains a concern, the profile of crime in Welwyn Hatfield aligns with a largely suburban landscape where community cohesion and public spaces play a role in shaping incident types. The slight seasonal uptick in anti-social behaviour may be linked to increased socialising during the summer months, though this is not definitively proven by the data alone.

July 2025 saw a 42.9% increase in bicycle theft compared to June, with 30 incidents reported. This surge, which places the local rate 150% above the UK average, may partly explain concerns in cycling communities. Other theft also rose by 30.2% (82 cases), a category that includes vehicle-related crimes and personal property theft. Public order offences grew by 27.5% (65 cases), suggesting heightened tensions in areas with large gatherings during festivals. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 46.4% (15 cases), a drop that may reflect seasonal patterns or reduced foot traffic in certain parts of the town. Possession of weapons declined by 40%. Burglary decreased by 25.6% (29 cases), due to increased home security measures during the summer. The mix of violent and property crimes remained balanced, with violence and sexual offences (33.5%) slightly outpacing property crimes (44.1%), a split that contrasts with some UK regions where property crime dominates. Residents should note that while the overall rate is 8.1% above the UK average, specific categories like burglary and vehicle crime are below national benchmarks, indicating targeted efforts may be effective in those areas.

Welwyn Hatfield’s crime rate remained stable at 9.3 per 1,000 residents in July 2025, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no sudden spikes or dips in overall safety, though granular shifts in crime types reveal underlying trends. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 37 crimes per day, a figure that may feel more tangible when considering local contexts such as busy shopping centres or transport hubs. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 108 residents, a ratio that underscores the scale of risk in a population of 122,819. While the overall rate exceeds the UK average, certain categories like burglary (26% below UK levels) and vehicle crime (23% below) suggest areas where local conditions—such as lower population density or effective policing—may contribute to lower rates. The daily crime count, while seemingly high, is distributed across the local authority’s diverse geography, which includes both urban and rural pockets. This distribution means that risk varies by neighbourhood, with areas near retail centres likely experiencing higher theft rates and more secluded regions facing different challenges. The comparison to the UK average highlights both strengths and areas for improvement, particularly in addressing rising bicycle theft and anti-social behaviour.