Pencoed Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Pencoed’s crime profile in November 2024, accounting for 41.1% of all reported incidents. With a total crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 26.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast to national trends may partly explain the relatively low levels of property crime, which make up just 26.8% of all offences compared to 52.1% in the UK. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—appears to have influenced crime patterns, with violence and sexual offences remaining the most persistent category. While anti-social behaviour (16.1% of total) and public order offences (12.5%) also feature prominently, their rates remain significantly below UK averages. The area’s built-up character within Bridgend likely contributes to the balance between urban and semi-rural dynamics, where community presence and local policing may temper some crime drivers. However, the dominance of violent crime suggests underlying social or environmental factors warrant further consideration. The month’s crime picture illustrates a combination of seasonal pressures and local conditions, with violent incidents proving more prevalent than property-related offences.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in Pencoed’s crime mix, with vehicle crime surging by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and drugs-related offences doubling (from 1 to 2). These increases, though modest in absolute terms, highlight emerging trends that may relate to seasonal factors such as the closure of local businesses during Bonfire Night or increased illicit activity during darker evenings. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 40% (from 15 to 9), and violence and sexual offences dropped by 28.1% (from 32 to 23), suggesting possible effectiveness of recent community initiatives or natural seasonal variations. The area’s public order offences (7 incidents) exceeded the UK average by 37%, a discrepancy that may reflect Pencoed’s specific local context, such as the presence of community events or informal gatherings. Meanwhile, shoplifting and burglary rates remain well below UK averages, with shoplifting at 57% below (3 incidents) and burglary at 68% below (1 incident). For residents, the 28.1% reduction in violent crimes—a category that is itself 11% below the UK average—offers a tangible reassurance that local efforts to address safety concerns may be yielding results.

Pencoed’s November 2024 crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents represents a 24.4% decline from the previous month’s rate of 7.4 per 1,000, indicating a marked improvement in local safety metrics. This reduction places the area’s crime rate firmly below the UK average, with a 26.3% gap that underscores its relative security compared to national trends. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while not insignificant, is lower than the average for similar-sized communities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 179 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is among the lowest in the UK for this population size. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, these figures suggest that Pencoed’s built-up character within Bridgend, combined with its relatively low population density, may contribute to its crime profile. The absence of major retail hubs or high-traffic areas could explain the lower rates of shoplifting and vehicle crime compared to urban centres. However, the continued prevalence of violence and sexual offences—despite a 28.1% month-on-month decline—remains a concern, highlighting the need for targeted interventions in this category.