Abercarn Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Abercarn's January 2024 crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents marked a 14.9% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure, however, contrasts sharply with the area's elevated levels of anti-social behaviour, which stood at 1.7 per 1,000 — 72% above the UK average. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.1% of all crimes, with 15 incidents reported, while anti-social behaviour (9 cases) and criminal damage and arson (4 cases) followed closely. These patterns align with seasonal trends typical of January, a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, which may likely contribute to shifts in crime dynamics. The relatively low property crime rate (6 cases) — 1.1 per 1,000 — suggests a distinct contrast to the UK average, where property crime typically dominates. This deviation could reflect Abercarn's built-up area characteristics, where community policing efforts and local initiatives may play a role in mitigating property-related offences. The overall crime rate, while below the UK average, remains influenced by the prominence of violent and anti-social crimes, which may be linked to the area's demographic profile and local social networks.

January 2024 saw a 300% surge in criminal damage and arson cases, rising from 1 to 4 incidents — the most significant month-on-month increase. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 12.5%, with 9 incidents reported, reflecting a persistent challenge in this category. Conversely, public order offences fell by 60%, from 5 to 2 cases, a decline consistent with the seasonal reduction in outdoor activity. Anti-social behaviour's 72% elevation above the UK average (1.7 vs 1.0 per 1,000) underscores a unique local pattern, potentially tied to Abercarn's built-up area dynamics. Burglary, meanwhile, rose by 100% from 0 to 1 case — a rare occurrence that still places the rate 44% below the UK average. The sharp contrast between anti-social behaviour's surge and the drop in public order offences highlights shifting crime priorities, with community-focused policing likely playing a role in addressing these disparities. For residents, the 15 reported violence and sexual offences — 2.8 per 1,000 — serves as a critical indicator of local safety concerns, requiring targeted interventions.

Abercarn's January 2024 crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 represented a 12.8% decrease from the previous month's 7.2 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 31-day period — a localised figure that does not compare to UK-wide averages. When scaled to the population of 5,442 residents, this equated to one reported crime for every 160 residents over the course of the month, a monthly aggregate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents. This statistic, while illustrative of the area's overall safety, must be contextualised against the higher-than-average rates of anti-social behaviour and violence. The 14.9% gap between Abercarn's crime rate and the UK average suggests a unique local profile, potentially shaped by the built-up area's characteristics and community engagement. While the daily crime count appears modest, the distribution across crime types reveals significant variations, with violent crimes and anti-social behaviour impacting the area's crime picture. These figures, when viewed alongside the population-scaled perspective, offer a nuanced understanding of Abercarn's safety landscape compared to broader national trends.