Pontllanfraith Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 marked a combination of trends in Pontllanfraith’s crime profile, with the area’s overall crime rate standing at 5.3 per 1,000 residents—30.3% below the UK average of 7.6. This figure, while a slight increase from October’s 5.1, underscores the area’s consistent position as one of the UK’s safer communities. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (51.9% of total), followed by other theft (13.0%) and criminal damage and arson (13.0%). These patterns align with the area’s characteristics as a built-up district within Caerphilly, where seasonal factors like Bonfire Night and the onset of darker evenings may contribute to heightened incidents of violence and property crime. The rise in other thefts, particularly during Black Friday shopping, highlights the influence of consumer activity on local crime dynamics. Meanwhile, the significant drop in public order offences (down 83.3%) could reflect effective community policing or a natural decline in transient activity as the month progressed. The UK comparison reveals a stark contrast: while violent crime in Pontllanfraith is marginally above the national average, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime are substantially lower, suggesting a unique local profile shaped by demographic and geographic factors. This data, when viewed through the lens of November’s seasonal context, illustrates a community navigating typical winter challenges while maintaining a generally low crime environment.

November 2024 saw a stark 250% increase in other thefts, with incidents rising from 2 to 7. This jump, coupled with a 21.7% rise in violence and sexual offences, suggests heightened activity in targeted theft and personal safety risks. The category of public order offences fell by 83.3%, from 6 to 1, marking a significant decline that may reflect seasonal factors or local interventions. Violence and sexual offences in Pontllanfraith (2.7 per 1,000) are 5% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 46% below, illustrating a mixed picture of local crime trends. For residents, the 250% spike in other thefts is a critical data point, indicating a need for heightened awareness of personal belongings, especially during events like Black Friday shopping. The area’s overall position as a safer-than-average location remains intact, but the upward trend in violent crime signals a shift requiring further attention.

Pontllanfraith's crime rate in November 2024 rose slightly to 5.3 per 1,000 residents from 5.1 per 1,000 in October, reflecting a 3.7% increase. This small upward trend contrasts with the area’s overall position as one of the UK’s safer places, with a crime rate 30.3% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 2 crimes reported per day in November, a figure that, while low, underscores the importance of local vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 189 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area well below the UK average. This statistic, when contextualised with the population of 10,203, highlights the relatively low likelihood of any individual encountering crime, though the rise in specific categories like violence and theft warrants attention. The comparison to the UK average also reveals a broader pattern: while violent crime rates in Pontllanfraith are slightly above the national average, property-related offences and anti-social behaviour are significantly below, suggesting a unique local dynamic influenced by factors such as community engagement or policing strategies.