Pyle Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 107 residents in Pyle, one crime was reported over August 2024, translating to a daily risk of roughly four crimes per day in this built-up area within Bridgend. The area’s crime rate of 9.4 per 1,000 residents places it 14.6% above the UK average, a disparity that may partly reflect local dynamics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 45.7% of all crimes, with 63 incidents reported—4.3 per 1,000 residents, 60% above the UK average for this category. Public order offences, at 17 cases (1.2 per 1,000), were 90% above the UK average, suggesting heightened tensions in communal spaces. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average (24% below), remained a persistent concern. August’s peak holiday season likely contributed to seasonal shifts, with empty homes increasing burglary risks and summer evenings extending opportunities for public order incidents. The dominance of violent crime over property crime—63 versus 39 total incidents—contrasts with broader UK trends, where property crime typically outpaces violence. This imbalance may reflect Pyle’s demographic profile, with younger populations or transient residents more likely to engage in confrontational behaviour. The absence of a significant spike in vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) or burglary (0.4 per 1,000) compared to the UK average suggests that local security measures or community engagement efforts may be mitigating certain risks. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting and other theft—now 40% above the UK average—raises questions about retail security practices in the area.

August 2024 saw a 350% increase in shoplifting, from 2 to 9 incidents, a surge that could indicate targeted retail theft or seasonal vulnerabilities. Burglary also rose sharply, doubling from 2 to 6 cases, potentially linked to August’s peak holiday period when homes are more likely to be unoccupied. Other theft increased by 120%, from 5 to 11, highlighting a broader trend in property-related crimes. In contrast, bicycle theft fell by 50%, from 2 to 1, due to increased security measures or reduced usage during warmer weather. The category of 'other crime' also declined by 50%, from 4 to 2, though this may not reflect a genuine reduction in criminal activity but rather data collection inconsistencies. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, 60% above the UK average, with 63 incidents recorded—nearly double the national rate for this category. Public order offences, at 17 cases, were 90% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in high-traffic areas. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average, still accounted for 11.6% of all crimes, indicating persistent community tensions. The UK average for criminal damage and arson (0.6 per 1,000) was 35% higher than Pyle’s rate, a discrepancy that may reflect differences in property density or enforcement priorities.

Pyle’s crime rate in August 2024 rose by 15.0% compared to July’s 8.2 per 1,000, a shift that could be tied to seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic during August’s holiday season. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the ongoing need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 107 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while lower than some urban centres, still reflects a higher risk than the UK average. When scaled to Pyle’s population of 14,726, the 138 total crimes represent a significant burden for a built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial zones. This rate is higher than the UK average, with violent crime driving the disparity. The local population’s exposure to crime is amplified by the concentration of violent offences, which account for nearly half of all incidents. While some categories—such as criminal damage and arson—fell below the UK average, others, like public order offences, were significantly higher. This mixed profile suggests that Pyle’s crime profile is shaped by both local characteristics (e.g. community density, retail activity) and broader national trends. The absence of a UK-wide daily crime comparison means that Pyle’s figures must be interpreted within the context of its own demographic and geographic profile.