Oakdale Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

August 2025 marked a continuation of Oakdale's lower-than-average crime profile, with an overall rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents, 33.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects a pattern of relative safety that has persisted in the built-up area within Caerphilly. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (27.6% of total incidents), followed by vehicle crime (24.1%) and anti-social behaviour (17.2%). These categories highlight a mix of personal safety concerns and property-related issues, which may be influenced by the area's character as a smaller, densely populated locality with limited industrial activity. Seasonal factors also appear to play a role, as August is a peak holiday month, potentially increasing the risk of burglary in empty homes. However, the data shows a nuanced picture: while violence and sexual offences decreased by 50% from July, vehicle crime surged by 600%, suggesting a shift in criminal activity that may be linked to local infrastructure or transportation patterns. The lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour and public order offences could indicate effective community policing or a more cohesive social environment, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this. Overall, Oakdale's crime profile in August illustrates a balance between typical urban challenges and the unique characteristics of its smaller-scale built-up area.

August 2025 saw a dramatic 600% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one incident to seven, a stark contrast to the previous month's figures. This surge, while notable, remains an outlier in a broader context where Oakdale's overall crime rate is 33.3% below the UK average. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences decreased by 50%, from 16 to 8 incidents, a decline that may reflect seasonal changes, such as reduced late-night activity during the summer holidays. The breakdown of crime types also reveals striking comparisons to national averages: vehicle crime in Oakdale is 233% above the UK average, while violence and sexual offences are 48% below. These disparities suggest local factors, such as the area's proximity to major roads or transport hubs, may contribute to vehicle-related incidents. For residents, the daily crime rate of approximately one incident per day offers a tangible measure of risk, though it remains significantly lower than the UK's national context.

Oakdale's crime rate in August 2025 dropped by 14.7% from the previous month's 6.3 per 1,000 to 5.4 per 1,000, marking a continued decline in reported incidents. This reduction aligns with the area's historically lower crime profile compared to the UK average, which stands at 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, Oakdale recorded approximately one crime per day in August, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's small population of 5,378 residents. Over the course of the month, this translated to one reported crime for roughly every 185 residents, a metric that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to local demographics. The shift from July to August also coincides with seasonal patterns, as August typically sees increased tourism and holiday activity, which may influence both crime dynamics and reporting rates. While these factors could contribute to fluctuations, the sustained decrease from the prior month suggests a broader trend of stability in Oakdale's crime profile.