Abertillery Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Abertillery's December 2024 crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents places it 1.4% below the UK average, a marginal but statistically significant position. For a population of 15,476, this translates to 108 reported crimes, equating to approximately 0.7% of the population being directly involved in or affected by criminal incidents. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (48 incidents, 44.4% of all crimes), followed by public order (14, 13.0%) and anti-social behaviour (14, 13.0%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of December, where heightened social activity during the festive season may contribute to increased incidents of violence and public disorder. Conversely, the lower-than-average rates for shoplifting (12% below UK) and other theft (44% below UK) suggest that local initiatives or environmental factors—such as reduced retail footfall during Christmas closures—may be deterring certain types of property crime. The seasonal context of December, with its extended evenings, holiday-related absences, and increased alcohol consumption in public spaces, likely exacerbates incidents of violence and public order disturbances. However, the overall rate remains relatively stable, indicating that local policing strategies or community engagement efforts may be mitigating broader criminal activity despite these seasonal pressures.

December 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Robbery incidents doubled from zero to one, while drug-related offences also increased by 100% from one to two. Burglary rose by 33.3% to four incidents, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in residential security during the festive season. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 80% from five to one, possibly linked to reduced traffic or increased vehicle security measures. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 36.4% to 14 incidents, potentially reflecting the impact of holiday-related community activities or heightened policing during peak shopping periods. Violence and sexual offences remain 21% above the UK average, with 48 incidents (44.4% of all crimes), highlighting a persistent concern in the area. This contrast between rising and falling categories illustrates the combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics in shaping crime patterns.

Abertillery's December 2024 crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents marks a 20.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.8 per 1,000. This decline places the area 1.4% below the UK average, a narrow but notable margin. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of three reported incidents per day across the 31-day period, reflecting a manageable but consistent presence of crime in the local environment. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 143 residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents relative to the community size. This metric helps contextualise the impact of crime on individual residents, offering a tangible measure of risk. The population of 15,476 further underscores that the rate, while statistically low, represents a real-world challenge for local policing and community engagement efforts.