Pyle Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 marked a continuation of Pyle's position as a relatively low-crime built-up area within Bridgend, with an overall crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents—15.8% below the UK average. The area's crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 45.7% of all incidents (43 cases), followed by public order offences (15 cases) and anti-social behaviour (12 cases). This pattern suggests that violent crime remains the primary concern for local authorities, even as property-related offences such as burglary and vehicle crime remained well below national levels. The seasonal context of November—characterized by dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and the start of Black Friday shopping—likely influenced the spike in public order offences and the decline in shoplifting, which fell by 75% compared to October. However, the sharp increase in drug-related crimes, from zero to one incident, highlights the unpredictable nature of certain offence types. These dynamics reflect the broader challenges of managing crime in a commuter-focused area with a mix of residential and retail activity, where the interplay of local demographics and seasonal events continues to shape the crime picture. While Pyle's overall safety remains a strength compared to the UK average, the persistence of violent crime and the volatility of certain offence categories indicate the need for targeted interventions to address specific vulnerabilities.

November 2024 saw notable fluctuations in Pyle's crime profile. Public order offences increased by 15.4% (13 → 15), marking a sharp rise in disturbances such as anti-social behaviour and disorderly conduct. This increase contrasts with a 75% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 4 to 1, likely reflecting seasonal changes in retail activity around Black Friday. Meanwhile, drug-related crimes surged by 100%, with one incident reported after none in October, a spike that may be linked to the timing of Bonfire Night. Despite these shifts, Pyle's overall violent crime rate—43 incidents—remains significantly higher than the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.6 per 1,000 vs 2.9 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour, however, fell by 42.9% (21 → 12), a reduction that may indicate the effectiveness of recent community initiatives or changes in local demographics. These patterns illustrate the combination of seasonal factors and persistent local challenges.

Pyle's crime rate in November 2024 fell to 6.4 per 1,000 residents, a 13.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.3. This decline aligns with the area's broader trend of reduced property crime, though violent crime remains a persistent concern. On a daily basis, 3 crimes were reported over the 30-day period, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 157 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate suggests that residents face a relatively low risk of encountering crime compared to the UK average, though localized spikes in specific categories—such as public order offences—highlight areas for focused attention. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Pyle's overall crime rate is lower than the UK average, the distribution of crime types differs significantly, with violent offences outpacing national trends. This contrast underscores the importance of tailoring local crime prevention strategies to the unique dynamics of Pyle's built-up area within Bridgend.