Haverhill Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Haverhill's crime profile in May 2025 demonstrates a combination of local factors and broader national trends. The area's overall crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents places it 18.5% below the UK average of 8.1, a significant achievement that reflects the effectiveness of local policing and community initiatives. This figure is particularly notable in a built-up area within West Suffolk, where urban dynamics typically correlate with higher crime rates. The most prevalent crime type in May was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.1% of all reported incidents. This category, while remaining a major concern, performed 15% below the UK average, suggesting a successful focus on preventing violent crime. Criminal damage and arson followed, making up 13.1% of total crimes, with a 50% gap above the UK average. This discrepancy may be attributed to Haverhill's specific environmental and social characteristics, such as the presence of older housing stock that may be more vulnerable to such incidents. Public order offences, contributing 10.3% of all crimes, also exceeded the UK average by 21%, linked to the area's seasonal context. With May marking the start of longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, the rise in public order incidents may be consistent with typical patterns in similar communities. These findings underscore the importance of tailoring local strategies to address both area-specific challenges and broader national trends.

May 2025 saw a marked increase in possession of weapons, rising 300% from one to four incidents. This sharp rise, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain the broader uptick in crime rates. Other theft surged by 180%, jumping from five to 14 cases, a shift that could reflect seasonal changes in retail activity or altered policing priorities. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, increasing by 150% to 15 incidents. This aligns with the seasonal context of longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, which may contribute to higher vehicle-related crime. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 27.3%, dropping from 11 to eight incidents, suggesting potential success in community engagement efforts. Violence and sexual offences remained 15% below the UK average, despite being the most common crime type in Haverhill. This contrast highlights the area's distinct profile compared to national trends, where violent crime typically dominates.

Haverhill's crime rate in May 2025 rose by 31.5% compared to April's 5.0 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward shift despite remaining 18.5% below the UK average. This increase, though modest in absolute terms, signals a potential shift in local dynamics. On a daily basis, 6 crimes were reported each day in May, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 152 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate offers a tangible sense of risk for residents, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. When contextualised against Haverhill's population of 26,675, the 175 total crimes recorded represent a manageable proportion of the community. However, the rise from April raises questions about underlying factors, such as seasonal activity patterns or changes in policing effectiveness. The daily figure, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for continued vigilance in addressing emerging trends.