Mynydd Isa Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Mynydd Isa’s crime rate in November 2023 remained exceptionally low at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, 78.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s generally safe environment. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 55.6% of all reported crimes, followed by public order (11.1%), other theft (11.1%), and criminal damage and arson (11.1%). The dominance of violent crime is notable, though the rate for this category is 65% below the UK average. Seasonal factors may influence these figures: November’s dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night could contribute to public order incidents, while Black Friday shopping may have impacted retail-related crimes. However, the overall drop in violent crime compared to previous months suggests that local efforts or seasonal lulls in activity may play a role. The low property crime rate, particularly for vehicle crime and theft, aligns with Mynydd Isa’s likely character as a small, closely-knit built-up area with limited commercial zones. While direct causes, the interplay of seasonal rhythms and community dynamics may help explain these trends.

November 2023 saw sharp increases in public order offences (100% rise) and other theft (100% rise), though these remain rare in absolute terms. Violent crimes fell by 50% compared to October, with the rate for violence and sexual offences still 65% below the UK average. This decline may reflect the impact of shorter evenings, which could reduce opportunities for incidents. Meanwhile, the absence of significant property crime—vehicle crime, criminal damage, and theft rates all below UK averages—suggests that Mynydd Isa’s built-up area may have limited exposure to typical drivers of such offences, such as high-traffic zones or commercial hubs. Residents should remain cautious around public order issues, particularly in the context of Bonfire Night and other community events. The data also shows that the area’s crime profile is heavily skewed toward violent crime, which, while low in absolute numbers, warrants attention due to its potential impact on local safety perceptions.

November’s crime rate of 1.6 per 1,000 represents a 52.5% decrease from October’s 3.4 per 1,000, indicating a marked improvement in local safety. Daily crime statistics show that, on average, Mynydd Isa experienced zero reported crimes per day in November, a figure that underscores the area’s consistently low levels of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 626 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to national averages. With a population of 5,630, the small size of Mynydd Isa likely contributes to this statistic, as larger urban areas tend to see higher absolute numbers even at similar rates. The contrast between Mynydd Isa and the UK average is stark: while the national rate is driven by higher violent and property crime trends, this area’s crime profile is shaped by its unique characteristics, such as its built-up nature and limited commercial density. These factors may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime, though the recent increases in public order offences suggest that community events and seasonal factors can still influence local safety.