Ceredigion Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Ceredigion during June 2024 reveals a distinct profile shaped by both local characteristics and seasonal factors. With a crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 20.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This lower rate, consistent with Ceredigion's rural nature, contrasts with national trends but highlights specific vulnerabilities. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, comprising 46.6% of all reported incidents—significantly higher than the UK average for this category. This proportion may partly explain the area's overall rate, as such crimes often escalate during the summer months when tourism begins to pick up in coastal and rural regions. Anti-social behaviour follows at 11.8%, a stark contrast to the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000, suggesting localised challenges in managing community interactions. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—likely contributes to the elevated levels of violence and public order offences, as outdoor activities increase and tourist presence grows. However, property crimes remain lower than the UK average, with shoplifting and vehicle crime both registering 68% and 78% below national figures respectively. This divergence may reflect the limited retail density and fewer urban centres in Ceredigion compared to more densely populated areas. The balance of crime types thus illustrates a rural district grappling with interpersonal conflicts and public disorder while maintaining relatively low levels of property-related crime.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in Ceredigion's crime mix, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 19.6% to 55 incidents, the highest monthly total in this category. This rise coincides with the start of summer, when increased social activity in open spaces may heighten tensions. Meanwhile, other crime increased by 30.0% to 13 incidents, suggesting a growing complexity in local challenges. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 43.5% to 13 incidents, a stark decline from 23 in May, potentially reflecting reduced retail footfall or heightened police visibility during peak tourist hours. Vehicle crime also dropped by 42.9% to four incidents, consistent with Ceredigion's rural geography where vehicle theft opportunities are inherently limited. The violence and sexual offences category, at 218 incidents, remains 9% above the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, underscoring a persistent local challenge. This category's prominence may be linked to the area's mix of small communities and transient populations during the summer months. Burglary, while only slightly up by 5.3% to 20 incidents, remains exactly in line with the UK average, indicating no significant divergence in residential security risks. These patterns illustrate a dynamic interplay between seasonal factors and local demographics, with Ceredigion's crime profile reflecting both the benefits of its rural character and the challenges of managing social interactions in a growing tourist environment.

Ceredigion's crime rate in June 2024 (6.5 per 1,000) marked a 13.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.5 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend that may be linked to targeted policing efforts or seasonal changes in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 16 crimes per day, a figure that, while relatively low, highlights the continuous nature of local crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 155 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average when considering the area's population size. With 72,599 residents, Ceredigion's crime statistics reveal a population-scaled perspective where each individual faces a lower risk of victimisation compared to the national average. This contrast is particularly evident in categories like shoplifting and vehicle crime, which are 68% and 78% below UK rates respectively, underscoring the protective effect of Ceredigion's rural landscape against certain types of crime. However, the area's elevated levels of violence and sexual offences—9% above the UK average—suggest that localised factors, such as the dynamics of small communities and the influx of summer visitors, may create unique challenges. These comparisons provide a nuanced understanding of Ceredigion's crime environment, showing how geographic and demographic factors shape the experience of crime differently than in more urban or densely populated regions.