Maesteg Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Maesteg's November 2024 crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents represents a 2.6% improvement over the UK average, though the area's crime profile reveals distinct patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 27.5% of all crimes, a share that remains 22% below the UK average, suggesting potentially effective policing or community interventions in this category. Anti-social behaviour, however, dominated with 23.9% of incidents, significantly outpacing the UK average by 62%. This discrepancy may be linked to Maesteg's character as a built-up area within Bridgend, where population density and social interactions could amplify such offences. Shoplifting, at 15.2% of reported crimes, also exceeded the UK average by 59%, a trend likely connected to the retail focus of the area and the timing of Black Friday sales. Public order offences mirrored this pattern, surging 116% above the UK average, due to the impact of dark evenings and local events like Bonfire Night. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter days, holiday shopping, and community gatherings—likely amplifies these trends. Despite these challenges, the overall decline from October's rate of 9.4 per 1,000 indicates a positive trajectory, though the uneven distribution across crime types underscores the need for targeted approaches to address specific vulnerabilities.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in Maesteg's crime profile. The most striking increase was in possession of weapons, which rose 100% from 0 to 1 incident, a figure that may reflect heightened tensions during darker evenings or local events. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 66.7% compared to October, aligning with a broader 20.6% overall decline. This drop in property crime contrasts with the 62% rise in anti-social behaviour, which now exceeds the UK average by 62%. Shoplifting also surged 59% above the UK average, likely driven by Black Friday shopping patterns and increased foot traffic in retail areas. The violent crime category, however, remained 22% below the UK average at 2.0 per 1,000, suggesting that local initiatives or community cohesion may be mitigating some forms of conflict. These divergent trends highlight the combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics in shaping crime outcomes.

Maesteg's November 2024 crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 20.6% decline from the previous month's 9.4 per 1,000, reflecting a noticeable shift in local safety trends. This reduction positions the area 2.6% below the UK average, a marginal but statistically significant improvement. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported in Maesteg over the 30-day period, translating to roughly 1 crime for every 135 residents across the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible measure of risk for local households, though it remains distinct from UK-wide benchmarks. The population context further clarifies these figures: with 18,585 residents, each reported crime affects approximately 0.006% of the population, a proportion that underscores the relatively low overall crime rate despite fluctuations in specific categories. The drop from October's rate may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings and reduced retail activity post-Black Friday.