Bridgend Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Bridgend, there were 6 reported crimes in March 2023 — a rate 21.1% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 29 crimes across the local authority district, though the distribution of crime types reveals distinct patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38.9% of all crimes, a category where Bridgend's rate of 2.4 per 1,000 was 12% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, remained a persistent concern, with a rate of 1.2 per 1,000 — 15% above the UK figure. The seasonal transition to spring may have influenced these patterns, as longer evenings and the clocks changing could alter social dynamics in public spaces. Retail areas likely continue to shape shoplifting trends.4 per 1,000 rate for this category was 18% below the UK average. The relatively low burglary rate — 0.1 per 1,000, 70% below the UK average — suggests a combination of effective policing and the area's character, which may include a mix of urban and suburban environments. While the overall crime rate remains lower than the UK norm, the balance between violent and property crimes highlights the need for targeted interventions in specific areas.

March 2023 saw a sharp 48.8% increase in shoplifting compared to February, with 64 incidents reported — the highest monthly total for this category in the dataset. This rise may be linked to the approach of Easter and the start of spring, when retail activity typically intensifies. Bicycle theft also surged by 100%, with one incident recorded in March compared to none in February, potentially reflecting the return of cyclists after winter. Conversely, robbery rates fell by 80%, from 5 to 1, a drop that may be attributed to increased police visibility or community initiatives. Anti-social behaviour, however, remained a local outlier, with a rate 15% above the UK average. This category's persistence — 180 incidents in March — may be connected to the area's population density and the presence of public spaces that see high foot traffic. Vehicle crime dropped by 36.4%, from 22 to 14, a decrease that could align with the end of the winter period when vehicle usage declines. The breakdown shows a clear shift in crime mix, with violent crimes dominating at 38.9% of the total — a proportion that may reflect the area's social composition and the impact of seasonal transitions on community interactions.

Bridgend's crime rate in March 2023 was 6.0 per 1,000 residents, a 3.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.2. This small but consistent decline suggests a potential stabilization in local crime patterns, though the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 29 crimes per day — a figure that, while low compared to larger urban centres, still represents a tangible risk for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 166 residents, a monthly exposure that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in this local authority district. When compared to the UK context, Bridgend's performance in several categories stands out: burglary rates were 70% below the national average, and vehicle crime was 79% below. These discrepancies may reflect the area's geographical characteristics, such as lower population density or effective local policing strategies. However, the 15% above-average rate for anti-social behaviour indicates a need for targeted interventions in specific neighbourhoods. The comparison to the previous month reveals a slight downward trend, but the overall crime picture remains one of relative safety compared to the UK as a whole.