Pyle Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Public order offences in Pyle reached 141% above the UK average in May 2025, marking an outlier in the area’s crime profile. This stark contrast to the overall rate of 7.8 crimes per 1,000 residents—3.7% below the UK average—highlights a combination of local dynamics and national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.1% of all crimes, a proportion significantly higher than the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 (10% above). The prominence of these offences aligns with the area’s seasonal context: longer evenings and increased outdoor drinking during May’s bank holidays may contribute to heightened social tensions. Anti-social behaviour, the third most common category, fell 30% below the UK average, suggesting community cohesion or effective local policing. The breakdown reveals a pattern where property crimes (24 total) remain relatively low compared to violent incidents (45), reflecting Pyle’s built-up character within Bridgend, where public spaces may see more interpersonal conflict than commercial theft. This data invites a closer look at how local initiatives, such as community patrols or alcohol licensing policies, might shape these trends.

Public order offences surged 61.5% month-on-month, rising from 13 to 21 incidents—a jump that places Pyle 141% above the UK average for this category. This increase may be linked to May’s bank holidays, which historically correlate with higher levels of outdoor socialising and alcohol-related disputes. Other theft also rose sharply, climbing 85.7% from 7 to 13 cases, a figure 70% above the UK average. This spike could reflect increased foot traffic in retail areas or seasonal vulnerabilities in local businesses. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped 50% to 1 incident, and drugs-related offences fell 42.9% to 4, indicating successful local enforcement or reduced demand during this period. The most extreme month-on-month change was in possession of weapons, which doubled from 0 to 2 cases—a 100% increase. This anomaly, though small in absolute terms, warrants attention given the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000 and the potential risks associated with such items in public spaces.

Pyle’s crime rate in May 2025 (7.8 per 1,000) marked a 12.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.9 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. This shift translates to roughly 4 crimes reported per day in the built-up area, a figure that, while seemingly low, represents a significant change over a short period. Over the course of May, one reported crime occurred for every 128 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against Pyle’s population of 14,726, underscores the density of incidents in a relatively small area. This statistic is particularly telling for residents, as it highlights the frequency of crime in everyday life. The 12.7% increase from April 2025 may be attributed to seasonal factors such as extended daylight hours and increased social activity, which can amplify both violent and public order incidents. However, Pyle’s overall rate remains 3.7% below the UK average, suggesting that local characteristics—such as community policing efforts or the area’s compact nature—may help mitigate broader national trends.