Porthcawl Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Porthcawl’s crime rate in February 2025 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 23.9% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This position as a relatively safer area may be influenced by Porthcawl’s coastal location and the presence of community initiatives that have historically contributed to lower crime rates. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.6% of all reported incidents (32 cases), followed by public order offences (16 cases, 19.3%) and anti-social behaviour (11 cases, 13.3%). While violence remained 15% below the UK average for this category, public order offences surged to 127% above the national rate, a stark contrast that may reflect local factors such as increased foot traffic in the town centre or seasonal events. The area’s crime profile also shows a significant gap compared to the UK in shoplifting, which fell 52% below the national average, linked to the town’s smaller retail footprint and lower tourist activity during winter. These patterns, combined with the seasonal context of February—a month typically marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—suggest that crime dynamics in Porthcawl are shaped by a combination of geographic, demographic, and temporal factors. The relatively low burglary rate (0.3 per 1,000, 11% above UK average) may also reflect the town’s compact built-up area and the presence of local businesses that contribute to a more watchful community environment.

February 2025 saw marked shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences increasing by 77.8% (9 to 16 cases), the most significant rise in the month. This surge, while notable, contrasts sharply with the 52% decline in shoplifting (6 to 4 cases), a trend consistent with the pre-spring lull typical of winter months. Burglary cases also rose sharply by 150%, from 2 to 5 incidents, a spike that may reflect seasonal changes in residential activity or targeted vulnerabilities. Conversely, other theft offences fell by 80% (5 to 1 case), suggesting improved security measures or reduced opportunities. The town’s violent crime rate—32 cases (38.6% of total)—remained 15% below the UK average for this category, a consistent trend that may be linked to Porthcawl’s coastal character and community-focused policing. These figures provide a nuanced picture of local crime dynamics, with some categories aligning with national trends and others diverging significantly.

Porthcawl's crime rate in February 2025 rose slightly to 5.1 per 1,000 residents from 4.9 per 1,000 in January, reflecting a 3.7% increase. While this small shift may be attributed to seasonal fluctuations or localized factors, the area remains safer than the UK average, which stands at 6.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately 3 crimes per day in February—a figure that, while consistent with previous months, underscores the need for continued vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 196 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Porthcawl among the lower tiers nationally. This statistic, when considered alongside the area’s population of 16,260, highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to both the UK and similar-sized communities. The interplay between local demographics and crime patterns suggests that community-focused initiatives may further reinforce this trend.