Rhymney Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Rhymney's crime profile in January 2025, accounting for 37.8% of all reported crimes. With a crime rate of 15.6 per 1,000 residents, the area is 119.7% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a stark divergence from national trends. The dominance of violent crime is particularly pronounced, with 31 incidents recorded—5.9 per 1,000 residents—135% above the UK average. This pattern may partly explain the area's elevated overall rate, as violent crimes often have a disproportionate impact on perceived safety. Anti-social behaviour (11 cases, 2.1 per 1,000) and other theft (10 cases, 1.9 per 1,000) follow as the next most common categories, both significantly exceeding UK averages. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with reduced retail footfall and shorter days—could contribute to the higher incidence of violent crime, as social interactions may shift indoors or into more isolated spaces. This is consistent with patterns seen in similar built-up areas, where limited daylight and colder weather can exacerbate tensions. The contrast with shoplifting, which is 68% below the UK average, suggests that retail-focused crimes are not a primary concern here, unlike in more tourist-heavy or densely populated urban centres. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions addressing the root causes of violence and anti-social behaviour, particularly during the winter months when community engagement may be limited.

The most striking change in January 2025 was the 150% increase in burglary cases, rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 106.7% rise in violence and sexual offences (from 15 to 31), signals a concerning trend. Violence and sexual offences remain the dominant category, contributing 37.8% of total crimes, with a rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents—135% above the UK average. Meanwhile, shoplifting, at 0.2 per 1,000, is the only category performing below the UK average (68% below), suggesting that retail-focused crimes are less prevalent here. The increase in possession of weapons, from 0 to 1 incident, adds a layer of complexity to the area's safety profile. These changes, while alarming, are not isolated: they reflect broader patterns in the built-up area's crime mix, where property and violent crimes dominate. For residents, the 150% rise in burglary is a tangible concern, requiring targeted measures to address vulnerabilities in homes and businesses.

Rhymney's crime rate in January 2025 (15.6 per 1,000 residents) represents a 70.8% increase compared to the previous month's rate of 9.1 per 1,000. This jump highlights a significant shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately three crimes per day, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents for residents and businesses. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 64 residents, a stark contrast to the previous month's rate. This statistic, while not directly comparable to national averages, illustrates the immediate impact on the community. The population of 5,271 means that crime affects a proportionally high number of individuals, raising concerns about safety and security in the built-up area. These figures, when contextualised against the UK's average crime rate, reveal Rhymney's position as a location with elevated crime levels compared to the national picture.