Oakdale Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,378, Oakdale's 25 reported crimes in June 2024 equate to 4.7 crimes per 1,000 residents—a figure that, while modest, provides context for the area's safety profile. This rate is 42.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, a gap that underscores the effectiveness of local policing or community factors. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (13 cases, 52% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (5 cases, 20%) and criminal damage and arson (3 cases, 12%). These patterns align with the characteristics of a built-up area within Caerphilly, where retail and social hubs may contribute to higher rates of violent crime compared to more isolated regions. Seasonal context also plays a role: June marks the start of summer, a time when tourism begins in nearby coastal areas, potentially shifting crime dynamics. However, Oakdale's crime mix differs from the UK average in notable ways—violence and sexual offences are 13% below the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 36% below. This suggests that local factors, such as community cohesion or effective policing strategies, may be mitigating risks typically associated with urban environments. The low rate of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) is particularly striking, 56% below the UK average, a trend that could reflect reduced traffic during the early summer or the presence of deterrent measures like CCTV or community patrols. Overall, the data illustrates a balance between typical urban crime patterns and factors that appear to keep Oakdale's rates significantly lower than the national average, though the rise in violent crime highlights areas for continued attention.

June saw a 30% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 10 to 13 cases. This jump, while significant, remains 13% below the UK average for the category. Public order offences doubled from one to two, marking a 100% month-on-month increase—a shift that may partly explain the broader violent crime trend. Anti-social behaviour, at 5 cases (20% of total crimes), continued to be 36% below the UK average, suggesting local initiatives or environmental factors are contributing to lower levels of disorder. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell to one case (0.2 per 1,000), 56% below the UK average, a trend that could reflect reduced foot traffic during the early summer months or effective local deterrents. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal factors and community-specific dynamics, with some categories showing resilience despite the overall rise in violent crime.

Oakdale's crime rate in June 2024 fell to 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a 10.7% drop from the previous month's 5.2 per 1,000. This decline suggests a continuing trend of reduced crime activity, though the monthly exposure remains low—over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 215 residents. Daily crime figures show an average of one crime per day across the built-up area, a rate that, while consistent with historical patterns, reflects the area's relatively low overall crime levels. When compared to the UK average, Oakdale's performance is striking: its rate is 42.7% below the national figure of 8.2 per 1,000. This gap is particularly evident in violent crime, where the 2.4 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences is 13% below the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the area's safety profile: with 5,378 residents, the 25 total crimes in June represent a manageable burden for local policing and community resources.