Welwyn Hatfield Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Welwyn Hatfield's crime rate in November 2025 stood at 8.3 per 1,000, placing it 13.7% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This elevation reflects a combination of factors tied to the area's character as a commuter belt suburb with a mix of urban and semi-rural features. Violence and sexual offences (34.2% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (19.5%) dominated the crime profile, both significantly exceeding national averages. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—likely contributed to patterns observed, though the precise interplay between these events and crime remains complex. For instance, the high rate of anti-social behaviour may partly explain the 51% increase over the UK average, as areas with dense residential and retail zones often see spikes in such incidents during busy shopping periods. Meanwhile, the balance between property and violent crime remained roughly equal, with 347 each, a contrast to many UK areas where property crime typically dominates. This equilibrium may stem from Welwyn Hatfield's dual nature as both a commuter hub and a town with community-focused amenities, creating environments where both types of crime can flourish. The data also highlights a peculiar trend: while shoplifting fell sharply, bicycle theft surged, a discrepancy that could be linked to the area's cycling infrastructure and commuter population. These findings underscore the need for tailored interventions that address both the immediate and underlying factors driving crime in this specific context.

November 2025 saw notable fluctuations in crime types, with bicycle theft rising 29.4% to 22 incidents and possession of weapons increasing 71.4% to 12 cases. These spikes contrast with declines in shoplifting (-33.0%) and robbery (-22.2%), likely influenced by seasonal factors such as Black Friday shopping and shorter evenings. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category at 34.2% of total crimes, a figure 9% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also exceeded national levels by 51%, suggesting persistent community tensions or environmental factors. Shoplifting rates fell to 6.6 per 1,000, 5% below the UK average, possibly linked to reduced foot traffic during November's darker evenings. Residents may find the 29.4% rise in bicycle theft particularly concerning, as it reflects a sharp increase in a crime type that affects younger demographics and commuters.

Welwyn Hatfield's crime rate in November 2025 fell 3.5% from the previous month's 8.6 per 1,000 to 8.3 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend despite remaining above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 34 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the scale of activity for local residents. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 121 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents within the population. While this rate is higher than the UK average, the 3.5% month-on-month reduction suggests potential stabilisation in crime patterns. The population context reveals that 122,819 residents share these statistics, meaning each individual faces a 0.083% chance of being directly involved in a crime during the month. This comparison underscores the area's position relative to national trends, though local factors such as seasonal events and community dynamics likely play a role in sustaining the elevated rate.