Bridgend Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bridgend's overall crime rate in December 2025 was 6.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 8.6% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This relatively low rate is driven by a combination of factors, including robust community policing efforts and the area's demographic profile as a mixed urban-rural district with a strong emphasis on local business and family-oriented neighbourhoods. The most significant category by volume was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 47% of all reported crimes, significantly above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (Bridgend's rate was 3.0 per 1,000). This anomaly may be attributed to the social dynamics of the festive season, with increased social gatherings and alcohol-related incidents contributing to higher rates of violent crime. In contrast, property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime were lower than the UK average, with burglary at 0.1 per 1,000 (64% below the UK rate) and vehicle crime at 0.2 per 1,000 (46% below the UK rate). These figures suggest that Bridgend's residential areas may have stronger security measures or lower foot traffic during the holiday season. The seasonal context of December—characterised by extended evenings, empty homes during the Christmas period, and heightened retail activity—likely influenced the crime profile, with shoplifting incidents decreasing by 28.7% and anti-social behaviour dropping by 28.2%. However, the sharp rise in robbery cases (up 100%) indicates a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas during the festive season. Bridgend's crime picture thus reflects a combination of local initiatives, seasonal trends, and the broader socio-economic fabric of the area.

December 2025 saw a striking 100% increase in robbery incidents, rising from 5 to 10 cases. This surge contrasts sharply with a 28.7% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 101 to 72 cases, possibly reflecting changes in retail security measures or consumer behaviour during the holiday season. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 28.2%, with reported incidents dropping from 117 to 84, a trend that may be linked to increased community engagement or seasonal shifts in public activity. Violence and sexual offences remained high, with Bridgend's rate at 3.0 per 1,000 (47% of all crimes) compared to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This category's 17% above-average rate highlights a persistent challenge for local authorities, particularly given the month's festive environment and associated social interactions. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and burglary rates were 46% and 64% below the UK average respectively, suggesting that Bridgend's urban infrastructure and residential security measures may be more effective in preventing these specific types of crime.

Bridgend's crime rate in December 2025 stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, a 5.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.8. This downward trend aligns with seasonal patterns typical of December, when colder weather and reduced daylight hours may contribute to lower outdoor activity and fewer opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 30 crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with historical trends, remains lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 157 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects Bridgend's relatively low overall crime profile compared to national benchmarks. When contextualised against the local population of 147,530, this figure illustrates that the majority of residents are unaffected by crime in any given month. The reduction in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, coupled with a sharp rise in robbery, suggests a shift in crime dynamics that warrants closer examination of local factors such as holiday-related activity or changes in policing focus.