Porthcawl Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Porthcawl’s crime rate in August 2025 remained lower than the UK average, sitting at 5.9 per 1,000 residents—27.2% below the national figure of 8.1. This sustained performance highlights the area’s relative safety, particularly in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 37.5% of all reported crimes. Despite this, the breakdown reveals a combination of local factors: while violent crime rates are 23% below the UK average, anti-social behaviour and public order offences also showed marked declines, possibly influenced by seasonal dynamics. As a coastal town within Bridgend, Porthcawl’s crime profile is shaped by its proximity to tourist attractions and seasonal fluctuations in population. August, being a peak holiday month, typically increases the risk of burglary due to empty homes, yet the data shows a 66% reduction in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average—a trend that may reflect effective community measures or targeted policing. The presence of anti-social behaviour at 13.5% of total crimes, though 45% below the UK average, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance in managing public spaces. Meanwhile, the dominance of violent crime in the local profile suggests that initiatives focused on conflict resolution and community engagement could further enhance safety outcomes. These patterns align with broader trends in similar coastal areas, where tourism-driven activity often influences crime dynamics, yet Porthcawl’s performance indicates a capacity to mitigate risks through local strategies.

August 2025 witnessed a 30% reduction in shoplifting cases, dropping from 10 to 7, a trend that may reflect heightened policing during peak holiday periods. Public order offences also fell by a third, from 18 to 12, potentially linked to increased community engagement or seasonal shifts in social activity. Conversely, drug-related incidents surged by 300%, rising from 1 to 4, a sharp increase that contrasts with the area’s generally lower drug crime rates compared to the UK average. This spike raises questions about local factors, such as changes in drug distribution networks or increased visibility of illicit activity during summer months. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and other theft categories saw 300% growth. The breakdown shows that violence and sexual offences, at 37.5% of total crimes, were 23% below the UK average, suggesting Porthcawl’s approach to addressing violent crime may be more effective than national benchmarks.

Porthcawl’s crime rate in August 2025 stood at 5.9 per 1,000 residents, marking an 11.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.7. This downward trend aligns with a broader pattern observed over recent months, suggesting sustained efforts in local policing or community initiatives may be contributing. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly three crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, remains a local benchmark without UK-wide comparison data. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 169 residents, a statistic that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the community. This figure is particularly notable when considering Porthcawl’s coastal location, where seasonal fluctuations in tourism and seasonal housing occupancy could influence crime patterns. The population context further highlights that, despite the overall rate being below the UK average, the community’s unique dynamics—such as its proximity to Bridgend and the presence of seasonal residents—play a role in shaping local crime trends.