Maesteg Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Maesteg's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 10.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.6% above the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This built-up area within Bridgend saw violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 36% of all reported incidents—nearly double the UK average for this category. Public order offences, at 1.8 per 1,000, were 169% above the national benchmark, reflecting patterns often seen in areas with high foot traffic or community events. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 1.7 per 1,000, a figure 15% higher than the UK average. These trends align with June's seasonal context: the start of summer holidays and increased tourism in nearby coastal areas may contribute to heightened public order challenges. Shoplifting, at 1.0 per 1,000, was also elevated, 85% above the UK average, suggesting retail environments remain vulnerable. While the overall rate is concerning, some categories showed resilience: other theft was 54% below the UK average, and vehicle crime was 79% below, potentially reflecting effective local policing or community measures. The data illustrates a combination of factors, with the area's proximity to both urban and rural spaces likely influencing crime patterns. As the summer season progresses, continued monitoring of public order and retail crime will be critical to maintaining community safety.

June 2023 saw notable decreases in anti-social behaviour (-27.3%), drugs-related offences (-25%), and criminal damage and arson (-6.7%), suggesting some stabilisation in these areas. However, theft from the person surged by 100%, rising from zero to one incident—a stark anomaly that may reflect increased foot traffic during summer or gaps in personal security awareness. Public order offences rose sharply by 41.7%, with 34 incidents reported, a figure that is 169% above the UK average and likely tied to local events or increased community interactions. Other crime also increased by 33.3%, indicating a broader trend in less-defined categories that may require further investigation. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, at 3.6 per 1,000, and were 23% above the UK average. This suggests ongoing challenges in addressing interpersonal crime, which may be influenced by factors such as seasonal social dynamics or community tensions. The contrast between these increases and decreases highlights the need for targeted interventions: while anti-social behaviour and drug-related crime have shown some improvement, the spike in theft from the person and public order issues demands immediate attention from local authorities and community groups.

Maesteg's crime rate in June 2023 rose by 5.1% compared to the previous month's rate of 9.5 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of six crimes per day, a figure that, while locally specific, provides a tangible measure of the pace at which incidents occur. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 100 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of criminal activity relative to the population. With a population of 18,585, this means that 186 crimes were distributed across the community, translating to a 1-in-100 chance of being directly affected by a crime. This rate is higher than the UK average, but the breakdown reveals that certain categories—such as other theft and vehicle crime—are performing significantly better than national benchmarks. These comparative figures highlight both the challenges and the opportunities for improvement in Maesteg. While the overall rate is above average, the relative success in reducing specific crime types may indicate effective policing strategies or community initiatives. The data also suggests that targeted efforts to address public order and theft from the person could yield meaningful reductions in the coming months.