Haverhill Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Haverhill's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 7.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 7.8% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure marks an 11.8% increase from September's 6.3 per 1,000, reflecting a combination of seasonal and local factors. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 50.8% of all reported incidents—35% above the UK average for this category. Other theft (9.5%) and public order offences (9.0%) followed as the next most prevalent categories, both exceeding national benchmarks by 35% and 13% respectively. The seasonal context of October, with clocks going back and Halloween approaching, likely contributes to heightened activity in public spaces and increased reporting of disturbances. While property crimes remained relatively low (49 total), the dominance of violent crime highlights the need for continued focus on community safety initiatives. The town's built-up character, with a mix of residential and commercial areas, may explain the concentration of violence and public order issues near high-traffic zones. This pattern contrasts with the UK-wide trend, where property crimes often dominate, suggesting that Haverhill's social dynamics and local events play a significant role in shaping its crime profile.

October 2025 saw stark contrasts in crime trends compared to September. Public order offences surged by 112.5%, jumping from 8 to 17 incidents—a sharp increase that may reflect the impact of Halloween preparations and darker evenings. Concurrently, drugs-related crimes doubled (from 4 to 8) and robbery offences emerged for the first time this year, with one reported incident. These spikes contrast with declines in vehicle crime (-75%), other crime (-71.4%), and burglary (-50%), which may indicate improved security measures or seasonal lulls in certain activities. Violence and sexual offences remained high, with a rate of 3.6 per 1,000—35% above the UK average. This category's dominance suggests ongoing challenges in managing interpersonal conflicts, particularly in areas with high foot traffic. Meanwhile, shoplifting and burglary rates were significantly below UK averages (52% and 67% lower respectively), reflecting effective local deterrents or the town's smaller retail footprint. Residents may find the 11.8% month-on-month increase in overall crime rate a cause for concern, particularly given the sharp rise in public order incidents that could affect community cohesion and local businesses.

Haverhill's crime rate in October 2025 (7.1 per 1,000) represents an 11.8% increase from the previous month's 6.3 per 1,000, indicating a marked upward trend in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately 6 crimes per day over the 31-day period—a rate that, while modest, reflects the cumulative effect of multiple categories rising simultaneously. When contextualised by population, the monthly exposure figure shows that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 141 residents—a ratio that, while lower than the UK average (which is not provided for this metric), underscores the direct impact of crime on local households. This figure is particularly notable when compared to the UK-wide average of 7.7 per 1,000, as Haverhill's rate remains 7.8% below that benchmark despite the month-on-month rise. The population context of 26,675 residents means that each resident faces a lower risk of becoming a victim than the UK average, though the recent increases in violent and public order crimes suggest that this relative safety may be under threat. The town's smaller size and more tightly knit community could partly explain the lower overall rate, but the sharp rise in specific categories highlights the need for targeted interventions to address emerging trends.