Haverhill Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Haverhill's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a significant 26.2% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.4. This performance underscores the area's relative safety, though the crime profile reveals distinct patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the landscape, accounting for 49.7% of all reported crimes, a figure that is 9% above the UK average for this category. This dominance likely reflects the town's social dynamics, with longer evenings in May potentially contributing to increased incidents in public spaces. Criminal damage and arson accounted for 13.3% of crimes, while public order offences made up 9.1%, both of which are influenced by the seasonal increase in outdoor activity. The town's lower rates for anti-social behaviour (72% below UK average) and shoplifting (69% below) suggest effective community engagement or environmental factors reducing these types of crime. However, the sharp rise in violence and sexual offences highlights the need for targeted interventions. Seasonal factors, such as bank holidays and extended daylight, may have played a role in this increase, as they often correlate with higher levels of social interaction and potential conflicts. Haverhill's overall crime rate remains a positive indicator, but the specific trends in violent crime warrant attention from local authorities and residents alike.

May 2024 saw a sharp 78.3% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 46 to 82 incidents. This jump, coupled with a 100% rise in theft from the person (from 0 to 3), points to heightened tensions or social activity during the month. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 40%, and burglary dropped by 37.5%, suggesting targeted efforts or seasonal factors may have influenced these declines. Haverhill's violence rate of 3.1 per 1,000 is 9% above the UK average for this category, highlighting a specific challenge in this area. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remains 72% below the UK average, a statistic that may reflect the town's community policing strategies or lower population density in certain areas. Residents may find the 100% increase in theft from the person particularly concerning, as it signals a new type of crime emerging in the area.

Haverhill's crime rate in May 2024 rose by 12.3% compared to April, moving from 5.5 to 6.2 per 1,000 residents. This shift reflects a local fluctuation rather than a sustained trend, as the area remains 26.2% below the UK average. Daily crime statistics show an average of five crimes reported each day in May, a figure that aligns with the town's seasonal rhythms. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 162 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population. This metric is particularly useful for residents assessing risk, as it provides a clear picture of how frequently crime intersects with daily life. The population context further highlights that Haverhill's 26,675 residents experience crime at a rate significantly lower than the UK average, though the recent increase suggests a need for continued monitoring of specific crime types.