Bargod Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Bargod during December 2023 reveals a starkly imbalanced profile, with violent crimes accounting for over half of all recorded incidents. At 10.5 per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate is 45.8% above the UK average, driven predominantly by a 133% surge in violence and sexual offences compared to the national average of 2.6 per 1,000. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK trend, where property crimes typically form a larger share of the total. The seasonal context of December—marked by extended evenings, holiday gatherings, and retail activity—may partly explain this pattern, as darker conditions and increased social interactions can heighten opportunities for confrontational incidents. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also feature prominently, though their rates remain significantly above the UK average. Property crimes constitute only 17.9% of all incidents (15 out of 84), a marked departure from the UK average where property crimes typically account for around 40% of total crime. This imbalance suggests that the area's social dynamics, possibly influenced by its urban character within Caerphilly, prioritise addressing violent crime over property-related concerns. The absence of a major spike in theft or burglary, despite the holiday season, may reflect effective community measures or the nature of local retail environments. However, the elevated rates of violent crime demand focused attention, particularly as December's festive context may exacerbate existing tensions. This data highlights a need for targeted interventions that address the root causes of interpersonal violence, while also leveraging the relatively lower property crime rates as a potential area for further improvement.

December 2023 saw a 28.9% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 38 to 49 incidents. This jump, combined with a 100% surge in vehicle crime and a 33.3% rise in criminal damage and arson, indicates a shift in crime patterns during the festive period. Anti-social behaviour. from 16 to 11 incidents, remains 51% above the UK average. The sharp decline in possession of weapons (66.7% decrease) may reflect temporary enforcement efforts or seasonal factors, though this category remains 67% above the UK average. Violent crimes in Bargod are 133% higher than the national average, underscoring a distinct local challenge. These figures suggest that while some categories show stability, the dominance of violent crime remains a critical concern for residents.

Bargod's crime rate in December 2023 remained stable at 10.5 per 1,000 residents, a 1.1% decrease from the previous month's 10.6 per 1,000. This minor fluctuation suggests consistency in local crime patterns despite seasonal shifts. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day over the 31-day period, translating to one reported crime for roughly every 96 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure figure is specific to Bargod, it contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population. The population-scaled perspective reveals that 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents places Bargod significantly above the UK average of 7.2, though the rate has shown no substantial month-on-month movement. This stability contrasts with broader national trends, highlighting the need for targeted local analysis rather than generalisations about regional crime dynamics.