Cardiff Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Cardiff, 9.5 crimes were reported in July 2025 — 10.5% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This translates to a 1-in-105 chance of a resident experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. The city’s crime profile reflects its status as a major urban centre with a vibrant cultural scene, bustling high streets, and a tourism-driven economy. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.7% of all crimes, a pattern consistent with urban areas where nightlife and public events are concentrated. Anti-social behaviour (15.3%) and shoplifting (11.0%) followed closely, with the latter significantly exceeding the UK average by 54%. July, as a peak summer month with schools closed and festivals in full swing, likely amplifies retail theft and public order incidents. The high volume of tourists and students may also contribute to the elevated rates of anti-social behaviour, though this remains a hedged observation given the complexity of urban dynamics. Despite these challenges, the city’s crime rate remains stable compared to June, with no significant month-on-month shifts in the overall figure. This suggests that while seasonal factors influence specific crime types, the broader trend appears consistent with Cardiff’s established patterns.

July 2025 saw a 15.0% increase in vehicle crime compared to June, reaching 215 incidents — 54% above the UK average for this category. This jump aligns with the summer tourism peak, which likely increases unattended vehicles in city centre car parks and parking lots. Theft from the person also rose by 9.7%, though it remains 33% below the UK average, potentially reflecting effective policing in high-traffic areas. Conversely, 'other crime' fell by 20.5%, and drug-related incidents dropped by 19.2%, possibly due to seasonal shifts in illicit activity. Shoplifting and public order offences were both significantly above the UK average, with shoplifting at 1.0 per 1,000 (UK: 0.7) and public order at 1.0 per 1,000 (UK: 0.6). These figures suggest that retail environments — particularly during summer sales and festival periods — may be vulnerable to targeted theft. A resident might find the 54% above-average rate for vehicle crime particularly relevant if they frequently park in city centre areas. The stability in overall crime rate despite these shifts indicates that local interventions may be mitigating broader trends.

Cardiff’s crime rate in July 2025 (9.5 per 1,000) was 0.9% lower than June’s 9.6 per 1,000, showing no major month-on-month fluctuation. This stability contrasts with the seasonal volatility typically seen in urban areas during summer. On a daily basis, the city experienced an average of 118 crimes per day — a figure that, while high, is consistent with Cardiff’s population density and economic activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 105 residents, a rate that highlights the frequency of incidents in a city with over 383,000 people. When compared to the UK average, Cardiff’s elevated crime rate is most pronounced in shoplifting (54% above) and public order offences (56% above), though it lags behind in theft from the person (33% below the UK average). This disparity may reflect Cardiff’s unique blend of tourist attractions and community policing efforts. The city’s population scale means that even small percentage changes can translate to hundreds of incidents — a reality that underscores the need for targeted crime prevention strategies in high-risk areas.