Bridgend Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bridgend's crime profile in June 2025 continued to reflect a pattern of relatively low overall crime rates compared to the UK average, with the area recording 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents — 13.6% below the national figure of 8.1. This position is reinforced by the dominance of violent crimes, which accounted for 39.3% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.1%) and public order offences (10.0%). The seasonal transition into summer, marked by longer days and the onset of tourist activity, appears to have had a nuanced impact on crime patterns. While violent crimes remained a significant concern, their rate was slightly below the UK average, possibly reflecting the area's demographic composition or effective policing strategies. Anti-social behaviour, which often correlates with population density and social dynamics, was lower than the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community cohesion may be playing a role in mitigating such incidents. Public order offences, however, were 19% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may be influenced by specific local conditions such as the presence of nightlife areas or high-traffic zones. The overall crime rate, while still within a range typical of a medium-sized urban area, indicates that Bridgend continues to maintain a safer profile than many comparable regions in the UK.

June 2025 marked a notable 10.2% decrease in Bridgend's overall crime rate compared to the previous month, reflecting a continued trend towards safer conditions. However, this overall decline was tempered by sharp increases in specific categories, including vehicle crime, which surged by 293.3% (from 15 to 59 incidents). This rise may be linked to increased vehicle movement during the summer months or shifts in criminal activity targeting transport infrastructure. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 80.0% (from 15 to 3 incidents), a decline that aligns with broader reductions in violent crime and could signal the effectiveness of targeted policing efforts. Bridgend's rate for violent crimes (2.8 per 1,000) remains 2% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.1 per 1,000) is 23% below national levels, suggesting that community-focused initiatives may be contributing to this positive trend. The area's public order offences, however, exceeded the UK average by 19%, indicating a need for further analysis of local factors influencing this category.

Bridgend's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, a 10.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader trends observed in the area during the summer months, when increased daylight and community activity may contribute to reduced opportunities for crime. On a daily basis, Bridgend recorded approximately 35 crimes per day in June, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity without direct comparison to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 142 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in a population of 147,530. When scaled to the area's size, this suggests that residents face a lower risk of encountering crime compared to the UK average, though localized factors such as community engagement and policing strategies likely play a role in maintaining this trend.