Ceredigion Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Ceredigion’s crime rate in July 2024 stood at 7.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 11.9% below the UK average. This figure reflects a mix of seasonal influences and local dynamics, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 47% of all reported crimes. The area’s crime profile is shaped by its rural and coastal character, where tourism and festivals in July likely contribute to increased public order and violent crime incidents. Despite this, Ceredigion’s overall rate remains lower than the UK average, with property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime far below national benchmarks. The dominance of violent crimes—251 cases—suggests that summer’s social rhythms, including outdoor events and late-night gatherings, may be amplifying this category. Public order offences, at 9%, and criminal damage, at 8.8%, also rose above UK averages, potentially tied to the heightened activity of visitors and locals during the peak summer season. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting were significantly below the UK average, indicating effective community management or lower incidence in these categories. The data underscores a combination of local initiatives and seasonal pressures, with Ceredigion’s crime picture remaining relatively stable despite the sharp spikes in specific areas.

The most striking change in July 2024 was a 600% increase in possession of weapons, rising from one to seven incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, warrants attention given its sharpness. Bicycle theft also saw a 300% jump, with cases rising from one to four, possibly linked to increased summer activity or festival-related movements. Shoplifting increased by 130.8%, from 13 to 30 cases, which may reflect higher foot traffic during peak tourism periods. In contrast, burglary fell by 30%, from 20 to 14 incidents, a decline consistent with Ceredigion’s generally low property crime rates. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 23.6%, from 55 to 42, a decrease that aligns with the area’s typically lower rates for this category. Violence and sexual offences remained 23% above the UK average, suggesting local factors—such as summer events—may be amplifying this category despite the overall rate being below the national average.

Ceredigion's crime rate in July 2024 rose by 14.1% compared to June 2024, increasing from 6.5 to 7.4 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend, though modest, contrasts with the area’s overall 11.9% below the UK average. Daily crime figures show 17 crimes reported each day, reflecting a persistent but manageable level of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 136 residents, a ratio that contextualises the impact on the local population. While this monthly exposure remains lower than the UK average, the increase from June suggests seasonal factors—such as festivals and tourism—may be influencing patterns. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Ceredigion’s crime profile, though relatively low, is not static, with fluctuations tied to summer-specific dynamics.