Oakdale Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Oakdale’s September 2024 crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents places it 54.5% below the UK average of 7.7, a significant deviation that underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile. This figure is consistent with the built-up nature of Oakdale within Caerphilly, where urban density and community-focused policing may contribute to reduced criminal activity. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.1% of all incidents, yet this rate was 43% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed, at 31.6% of total crimes, also 6% below the national figure. The seasonal context of September—back-to-school and university freshers—may partly explain the higher incidence of violence, as young people returning to academic environments can disrupt local dynamics. However, the overall crime rate remains low, with property crimes comprising just 10.5% of all incidents, far below the UK average. This contrast suggests that Oakdale’s crime picture is shaped by a combination of its urban character, effective local interventions, and the transient nature of seasonal populations. The low rate of shoplifting and drug-related crimes further indicates that Oakdale’s environment, while not immune to crime, is less prone to the types of offences that dominate national statistics.

September 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns across Oakdale. Robbery, shoplifting, and drugs each saw a 100% increase from zero to one incident, a stark contrast to the previous month. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 33.3%, from three to two, suggesting a temporary reduction in disturbances. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 42.1% of all crimes—43% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This disparity may reflect local initiatives or the area’s demographic profile, which appears to have fewer incidents of violent crime compared to national trends. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 6% below the UK average, while shoplifting was 71% below. These figures highlight Oakdale’s lower prevalence of property-related crimes, possibly influenced by community engagement or the area’s built-up nature, which may limit opportunities for theft.

Oakdale’s crime rate in September 2024 fell to 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a 20.9% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.5. This downward trend contrasts with the UK average, where crime remains higher. Locally, the monthly exposure to crime is stark: over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 283 residents. This figure translates to a daily average of approximately one crime per day in Oakdale, a statistic that, while low, reflects the area’s relatively stable environment. When compared to the UK, Oakdale’s overall rate is 54.5% below the national average, highlighting its position as a safer community. The population-scaled perspective further underscores this: with 5,378 residents, the area’s crime dynamics are manageable, though the small number of incidents means even minor fluctuations can appear significant. This context is critical for residents assessing local safety, as the low frequency of crime per capita suggests effective community policing or environmental factors that deter criminal activity.