Pencoed Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Pencoed's January 2024 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents places it 40.5% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the national profile. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 25 incidents (56.8% of total crimes) at a rate of 2.5 per 1,000, just 4% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This suggests a relatively stable environment for violent crime, though the rate remains lower than the national benchmark. Public order offences, however, emerged as an outlier, with 7 incidents (15.9% of total crimes) at a rate of 0.7 per 1,000—46% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be influenced by local characteristics, such as the built-up nature of Pencoed within Bridgend, which could lead to higher foot traffic in public spaces. The seasonal context of January, marked by shorter days and post-holiday periods, likely contributed to reduced retail activity and fewer outdoor crimes, aligning with the overall low crime rate. However, the persistence of public order issues despite these factors highlights the need for targeted interventions in communal areas. The breakdown also reveals that property-related crimes, such as other theft (3 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (3 incidents), are significantly below the UK average, with the latter being 70% lower than the national rate of 1.0 per 1,000. This may reflect the area's smaller scale and more cohesive community dynamics, though the increase in bicycle theft and burglary from zero to one incident each raises questions about emerging vulnerabilities. Overall, Pencoed's crime profile in January 2024 illustrates a combination of its local context and broader national trends, with certain categories deviating from the UK average in ways that warrant further exploration.

January 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with bicycle theft, burglary, and 'other crime' all doubling from the previous month. Bicycle theft, in particular, rose from zero to one incident, a 100% increase, suggesting a potential shift in criminal activity during the post-holiday period. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 50%, from six to three incidents, possibly reflecting seasonal factors or local initiatives. The overall crime mix remains skewed toward violent crimes, which account for 56.8% of total incidents, though this category is 4% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Public order offences, however, stand out as significantly higher than the UK average, with 0.7 per 1,000 compared to the national rate of 0.5 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be attributed to local dynamics, such as community events or the built-up nature of Pencoed, which could influence patterns of public disorder.

Pencoed's January 2024 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 2.3% increase from the previous month's 4.3 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. Daily crime activity averaged one reported incident per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the consistent presence of crime within the built-up area. Over the course of January, one crime occurred for every 228 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population of 10,015. This rate is significantly below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, but the small population size means even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can impact the statistics. The area's relatively low crime levels, combined with the specific increases in certain categories, suggest that local factors—such as the built-up nature of Pencoed and its proximity to Bridgend—may influence the types of crimes that occur. This contrast with the UK average highlights the unique profile of crime in Pencoed, where property-related offences are lower but public order issues are more pronounced.