Abertridwr and Senghenydd Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime rate in Abertridwr and Senghenydd for August 2023 stood at 7.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 9.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects the area’s built-up character and potentially lower population density compared to larger urban centres. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.4% of all reported crimes, followed closely by anti-social behaviour and public order offences at 21.3% each. These patterns may be influenced by the area’s proximity to Caerphilly’s urban core, where seasonal factors such as August’s peak holiday season could drive increased social activity and associated risks. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, meaning the area’s rate of 2.9 per 1,000 is 10% higher—a discrepancy that could be tied to local demographics or transient populations. Public order offences, at 1.5 per 1,000, were 150% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, suggesting a potential need for targeted interventions in this category. Meanwhile, other thefts (0.5 per 1,000) were 21% below the UK average, indicating possible effectiveness in local prevention efforts or fewer opportunities for such crimes in the area. The seasonal context of August—often a period of increased tourism and temporary housing—may also contribute to fluctuations in burglary risk, though the overall crime rate remains below the national benchmark.

August 2023 saw a 150% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 4 to 10 incidents, a sharp upward trend that may reflect heightened summer activity or localized tensions. Other crime also doubled, with two incidents reported, highlighting a potential shift in criminal activity patterns during the month. The area’s rate for public order offences (1.5 per 1,000) was 150% above the UK average, suggesting a distinct local dynamic in this category. Conversely, vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) was 59% below the UK average, possibly due to fewer parked vehicles or effective local deterrence measures. These fluctuations, while significant, remain within the context of the area’s overall lower crime rate, which continues to sit 9.9% below the national average.

Over the course of August 2023, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 138 residents in Abertridwr and Senghenydd, a figure that places the area’s monthly exposure in a relatable context. This translates to a 1-in-138 chance of experiencing a crime during the month, a statistic that underscores the relatively low risk compared to broader UK averages. Daily crime activity averaged 2 incidents per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s compact built-up nature and potentially limited public spaces where crimes might occur. The crime rate for August (7.3 per 1,000) marks a 51.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.8 per 1,000, a shift that may be tied to seasonal factors such as the influx of holiday visitors or changes in local activity patterns. This rise, though significant, remains below the UK average, suggesting that the area’s population density and community structure may contribute to a lower overall crime risk than larger, more sprawling regions.