Pyle Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Pyle's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 7.5 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.5% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This performance places the area in the upper half of built-up areas with similar population sizes, though its crime profile shows distinct regional characteristics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 40% of all incidents reported—a figure significantly higher than the UK average for this category. Public order offences followed closely at 15.5%, reflecting the influence of local social dynamics and the start of summer, when increased foot traffic and nightlife activity may contribute to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour, at 15.5% of total crimes, remained 14% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or environmental factors that deter such behaviour. The seasonal context of June—a time when tourism begins to rise in nearby coastal areas—may have indirectly influenced patterns, though the area's own retail and residential character likely plays a more direct role. Property crimes constituted only 29 incidents (26.4% of total), significantly lower than the UK average, indicating that Pyle's built-up environment may have fewer vulnerable properties or more effective security measures in place. The balance between violent and property crimes highlights a combination of local demographics and geography, with the area's proximity to Bridgend and its own mixed-use development likely shaping these trends. While the overall crime rate remains moderate, the disparity between violent and property crime categories underscores the need for targeted strategies to address specific vulnerabilities, particularly in public spaces and during peak activity hours.

June saw a 250% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 2 to 7 incidents. This jump, coupled with a 100% rise in bicycle theft, suggests a shift in criminal activity linked to summer mobility patterns. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 10.5% (from 19 to 17 incidents), and burglary fell by 33.3% (from 3 to 2 cases), potentially reflecting improved community engagement or seasonal deterrence. Pyle's violent crime rate (3.0 per 1,000) exceeded the UK average (2.8 per 1,000) by 9%, while shoplifting remained 35% below the UK average (0.4 vs 0.6 per 1,000). Residents may find the 35% reduction in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it suggests effective retail security measures or reduced foot traffic during early summer.

Pyle's crime rate in June 2024 fell to 7.5 per 1,000 residents, a 4.4% drop from 7.8 per 1,000 in May. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns observed in built-up areas during early summer, when tourism begins to rise and local activity shifts. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 4 crimes per day in June, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 134 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is lower than the average for similar-sized built-up areas, it remains consistent with Pyle's historical position as a mid-sized urban centre with moderate crime levels. The population-scaled perspective shows that residents are slightly less likely to experience crime than the UK average, though localised spikes in specific categories—such as public order offences—suggest targeted interventions may still be warranted in certain pockets of the area.