Bridgend Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bridgend's overall crime rate in February 2024 was 6.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 8.5% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure, while relatively low compared to national benchmarks, conceals a complex pattern of crime distribution that warrants closer examination. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.8% of all reported crimes—380 incidents in total. This was followed by anti-social behaviour (14.7%) and public order offences (13.0%), both of which showed significant deviations from UK averages. The seasonal context of February, a winter month characterised by reduced outdoor activity and the pre-spring lull, may partly explain the lower overall crime rate. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and the high rate of public order offences suggest that local factors, such as the area's urban-rural mix and the density of public spaces, may be influencing these trends. The rate of shoplifting also rose above the UK average, indicating that retail environments could be a focal point for targeted crime prevention strategies. While the overall rate remains encouraging, the increase in specific categories highlights the need for community engagement and tailored interventions to address emerging patterns.

February 2024 saw a sharp 53.8% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 91 to 140 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 33.3% rise in robbery cases (3 to 4) and a 20.8% increase in 'other crime' (24 to 29), signals a worrying trend in certain areas of Bridgend. The breakdown of crime types reveals a significant imbalance, with public order offences at 0.8 per 1,000—63% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This disparity may reflect local factors such as the area's mix of urban and rural environments, where public spaces are more densely used during colder months. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped by 47.2% (53 to 28), and criminal damage and arson fell by 26.5% (83 to 61), suggesting potential success in targeted policing initiatives. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas where anti-social behaviour has spiked, as this category now constitutes 14.7% of all reported crimes in February—a figure that could impact community safety and local quality of life.

Bridgend's crime rate in February 2024 stood at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, a 2.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.6 per 1,000. This small decline aligns with the typical seasonal pattern observed in the area during winter months, when outdoor activity is lower and public spaces see reduced foot traffic. On a daily basis, Bridgend experienced approximately 33 reported crimes each day in February, a figure that contextualises the volume of incidents within the local community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 155 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the population's experience with crime in the area. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, specific crime types such as public order offences and shoplifting show significant deviations from national benchmarks, illustrating the unique dynamics of crime in Bridgend compared to the broader UK context. This comparative perspective highlights both the effectiveness of local policing efforts and the need for targeted interventions in areas where crime rates diverge from national trends.