Haverhill Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Haverhill’s crime rate in November 2024 remained 38.2% below the UK average, standing at 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This position as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK is reinforced by the distribution of crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 46.4% of all reported incidents. The area’s overall profile is characterised by a strong focus on property-related crimes, though these are significantly lower than national averages. Other theft and criminal damage and arson also feature prominently, yet both categories remain well below UK benchmarks. Seasonal factors such as the onset of dark evenings and the Black Friday shopping period likely influenced the mix of crimes reported. The violent crime rate—2.2 per 1,000—sits 15% below the UK average, a trend that may reflect the area’s relatively stable community environment. The lower incidence of shoplifting, at 71% below the UK average, could be attributed to the area’s smaller retail footprint compared to larger urban centres. These patterns align with Haverhill’s character as a mid-sized built-up area within West Suffolk, where local initiatives and lower population density may contribute to the sustained safety record. While the data shows no immediate signs of a broader upward trend, the month-on-month fluctuations in specific categories, such as the 200% increase in 'other crime', suggest the need for continued monitoring of emerging issues.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with other crime increasing by 200% compared to the previous month, rising from one to three incidents. Robbery and theft from the person also doubled, reflecting isolated but significant spikes. Conversely, criminal damage and arson halved, dropping from 22 to 11 cases, while possession of weapons fell by 85.7%, from seven to one. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime. The breakdown of crime types reveals that Haverhill’s violent crime rate—2.2 per 1,000—is 15% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s overall safety profile. Meanwhile, shoplifting in the region is 71% below the UK average, a statistic that may reflect the impact of community-focused retail initiatives or lower foot traffic during the month. For residents, the 200% increase in 'other crime'—a category encompassing a range of less-specific incidents—serves as a reminder that while overall rates remain low, vigilance in certain areas remains important.

Haverhill’s crime rate in November 2024 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a 25.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.3. This decline suggests a continued downward trend in local crime, though the area remains significantly safer than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately four crimes reported each day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 213 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in a community of 26,675 people. When compared to the UK’s overall crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000, Haverhill’s performance underscores its position as a safer built-up area. This monthly exposure figure, while low, should be viewed alongside the broader context of local factors such as community engagement, policing strategies, and seasonal influences. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that even with the recent fluctuations in specific crime types, the overall risk to residents remains minimal compared to national standards.