Welham Green Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Welham Green's crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 in July 2025 places it 32.6% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, reflecting a safer environment relative to national trends. This built-up area within Welwyn Hatfield sees anti-social behaviour as the most prevalent crime, accounting for 34.4% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (18.8%) and other theft (9.4%). The seasonal context of July—characterised by peak summer activity, school holidays, and tourism—may influence these patterns. Anti-social behaviour, though higher than the UK average for this category (1.6 per 1,000), appears to have decreased significantly compared to the previous month, possibly linked to targeted local initiatives or seasonal shifts in community activity. Meanwhile, violent crime remains lower than the UK average, aligning with the area's character as a relatively quiet suburban environment. The data suggests that while Welham Green's overall safety is strong, specific categories like anti-social behaviour require continued attention, influenced by the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces during the summer months.

July 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in Welham Green's crime profile. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 38.9% compared to the previous month, a shift that may reflect the impact of local summer events or community engagement efforts aimed at reducing disruptive activity. Conversely, other theft increased by 100%, with three incidents reported—possibly tied to increased foot traffic during festivals or outdoor events. Violent crime also fell by 33.3%, remaining 64% below the UK average for this category, which could be consistent with the area's low-density residential character and limited nightlife. Possession of weapons rose sharply by 100% (from zero to one incident), a figure that is 150% above the UK average. This anomaly may warrant further investigation, though the small sample size limits definitive conclusions. The data also highlights that anti-social behaviour, while lower than the previous month, still exceeds the UK average for this category by 29%, suggesting a need for targeted strategies to address this persistent issue in the area.

Welham Green's crime rate in July 2025 (5.8 per 1,000) represents a 13.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.7 per 1,000, illustrating a downward trend in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day in July, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during periods of increased community activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 173 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, which would be proportionally higher given the national context. This statistic, when considered alongside Welham Green's population of 5,545, provides a tangible sense of safety for residents, though the area's relatively low population density and suburban nature likely contribute to this outcome. The combination of declining rates and a manageable daily crime count suggests that local policing and community initiatives are effectively addressing emerging challenges, even as specific categories like anti-social behaviour remain a focus for improvement.