Rhymney Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Rhymney's crime profile in November 2023 reveals a starkly imbalanced distribution of crime types, with violent and property-related incidents dominating over other categories. The overall crime rate of 14.6 per 1,000 residents—94.7% above the UK average—highlights a significant disparity between this built-up area and national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.4% of all crimes, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 105% (2.6 per 1,000). This concentration of violent crime suggests a combination of local factors, including the area's urban density and seasonal dynamics. Anti-social behaviour (16.9% of crimes) and criminal damage (14.3%) further amplify the sense of community strain, both of which are 138% and 256% above UK averages respectively. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—likely contributes to this pattern, as these factors can heighten tensions and create opportunities for disorder. While the area's property crime rate (24 incidents) is lower than the 28 violent crimes recorded, the overall imbalance between violent and property crime suggests a need for targeted interventions. The high rate of anti-social behaviour, in particular, may indicate challenges in community cohesion or policing effectiveness in addressing low-level disturbances. This crime mix illustrates an area grappling with persistent social challenges, compounded by the pressures of a transitional month in the annual cycle.

November 2023 marked a 35.3% decrease in Rhymney's overall crime rate compared to the previous month, with burglary falling by 80% (from 5 to 1 incidents). This decline contrasts sharply with increases in public order offences (+28.6%) and possession of weapons (+100%), suggesting shifting patterns in local tensions. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, contributing 36.4% of all crimes—105% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.5 per 1,000, also exceeded the UK average by 138%, indicating persistent community-level challenges. Burglary's steep decline may reflect targeted interventions or seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. For residents, the 80% drop in burglary offers a tangible indicator of improved safety in this category, though the rise in public order offences highlights areas for continued focus.

Rhymney's crime rate in November 2023 fell by 35.3% compared to the previous month, dropping from 22.6 to 14.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as November's shorter evenings and reduced retail activity may temper opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 3 crimes per day during the month, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 68 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the density of incidents relative to the population. This statistic is particularly relevant for households considering long-term residency or community engagement. While the overall rate remains sharply elevated compared to the UK average, the month-on-month reduction suggests potential effectiveness of recent policing efforts or natural seasonal lulls. The population context further underscores that, despite the high rate, the absolute number of crimes—77 in total—represents a manageable scale for a community of 5,271 people.