Crime Rate in Welham Green and Hatfield South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Welham Green and Hatfield South

The total recorded crimes in Welham Green and Hatfield South, Welwyn Hatfield, UK in July 2025 are around 79 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Welham Green and Hatfield South crime rate of 7.48 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Welham Green and Hatfield South, encompassing approximately 10,563 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (-3.85% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (24) incidents (-17.24% decrease)
  • Other theft: (8) incidents (166.67% increase)
Welham Green and Hatfield South Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Millwards with total crimes: 7
  • Strawberry Field with total crimes: 7
  • Southdown Road with total crimes: 6

How safe is Welham Green and Hatfield South?

To understand the safety of Welham Green and Hatfield South, we need to analyze Welham Green and Hatfield South crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Welwyn Hatfield:

    • In 2024, Welham Green and Hatfield South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Welwyn Hatfield average, with 584 crimes compared to 783.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Welham Green and Hatfield South recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 15 other areas in the Welwyn Hatfield.

    • In 2023, Welham Green and Hatfield South had fewer crimes than the Welwyn Hatfield average, with 493 crimes compared to 733. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Welham Green and Hatfield South recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 15 other areas in the Welwyn Hatfield.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Welwyn Hatfield, Welham Green and Hatfield South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Welham Green and Hatfield South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Welham Green and Hatfield South has recorded 79 crimes with crime rate of 7.48 ranking 6th out of 15 in the Welwyn Hatfield, UK

In 2024, the total Welham Green and Hatfield South crimes were 584. The crime rate of Welham Green and Hatfield South in 2024 was 55.29 (year) or 4.61 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Welwyn Hatfield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Welham Green and Hatfield South were around 493 crimes with yearly crime rate of 46.67 (year) or 3.89 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Welwyn Hatfield.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Welham Green and Hatfield South)CrimesRank (Welham Green and Hatfield South)CrimesRank (Welham Green and Hatfield South)
Hatfield Central198 11,951 11,779 1
Handside106 41,384 31,575 2
Hatfield Villages117 21,385 21,128 3
Hatfield South West112 31,076 4924 4
Peartree81 5950 5879 5
Hatfield East60 8860 7837 6
Howlands64 7904 6832 7
Haldens57 9579 10645 8
Hollybush42 13686 8595 9
Welwyn West51 10428 12378 12
Brookmans Park and Little Heath43 11492 11417 11
Panshanger43 12316 15310 14
Sherrards30 15319 14358 13
Welwyn East31 14372 13306 15
Northaw and Cuffley28 16249 16267 16

Welham Green and Hatfield South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (29 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (22 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 182 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202524
June 202529
May 202522
April 202515
March 202512
February 20254
January 20256
December 202410
November 202411
October 202412
September 202415
August 202422

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
December 20241
October 20241
September 20246

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
March 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
December 20241

A total of 218 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202525
June 202526
May 202516
April 202516
March 202519
February 202517
January 202514
December 202418
November 202417
October 202422
September 202419
August 20249

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254
February 20252
January 20256
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 27 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20253
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20246
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 60 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20254
May 20259
April 20252
March 20254
February 20255
January 20254
December 202411
November 20241
October 20248
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.10 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20253
May 20255
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20245
August 20247

A total of 49 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
May 20259
April 20252
March 20254
February 20255
January 20257
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20252
February 20251
September 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
August 20241

High Crime Locations Welham Green and Hatfield South in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Welham Green and Hatfield South postcode area is presented below.

1. Millwards (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour4
Vehicle crime2
Robbery1
2. Strawberry Field (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
3. Southdown Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Vehicle crime1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Other theft1
5. Cherry Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Other theft1
6. Ash Drive (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
Other theft1
7. Lydia Mews (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
8. Southdown Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
9. Acacia Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. The Wades (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1

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