Aberfan Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2024, Aberfan’s crime rate of 1.0 per 1,000 residents placed it 88.1% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, highlighting an area where daily life carries minimal risk of criminal exposure. The data reveals a crime profile dominated by anti-social behaviour (42.9% of total crimes) and violence and sexual offences (42.9%), both of which are significantly lower than national averages. This pattern contrasts with the UK’s broader mix of property crimes and violent offences, suggesting Aberfan’s unique social dynamics or geographical factors may influence crime trends. Seasonally, July—a peak month for tourism and festivals—typically sees increased activity in public spaces, yet Aberfan’s figures show no corresponding spike in crime. Instead, the low overall rate implies that the area’s community cohesion, possibly reinforced by its smaller population (7,014 residents), may act as a deterrent. The absence of major property crimes (only 1 case) further underscores the area’s safety, though this could also reflect limited opportunities for such offences in a built-up area with fewer unsecured properties. These findings align with Aberfan’s historical reputation as a relatively low-crime zone, where the combination of local policing, community engagement, and seasonal rhythms likely contributes to sustained safety.

July 2024 saw a dramatic 66.7% decrease in violence and sexual offences, falling from 9 to 3 cases. This drop, combined with a 58.7% overall decline in crime rates, suggests a shift in patterns that may reflect heightened community engagement or seasonal factors. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 42.9% of all crimes, remained 72% below the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. Meanwhile, vehicle crime—though minimal at 1 case—was still 78% below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. The crime mix in Aberfan continues to skew heavily toward non-violent categories, with property crimes making up just 14.3% of the total. For residents, the most immediate insight is the stark contrast between Aberfan’s rates and the UK’s, where anti-social behaviour alone contributes 1.4 per 1,000 nationally. This disparity may be attributed to local initiatives or the area’s smaller, more cohesive community structure, which likely deters certain types of offences.

Aberfan’s crime rate in July 2024 dropped to 1.0 per 1,000 residents, a 58.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.4 per 1,000. This decline places the area far below the UK average, with daily crime counts averaging 0 per day over the month. On a monthly basis, the rate translates to one reported crime for every 1,002 residents, a figure that underscores the area’s exceptionally low risk profile compared to national benchmarks. When scaled to the local population, the 7 total crimes recorded in July represent a minimal exposure for residents, with no single category dominating the data. The previous month’s higher rate may have been influenced by seasonal transitions, such as the end of school holidays or early summer events, which could have temporarily increased activity in public spaces. However, the current month’s figures suggest a return to stability, with anti-social behaviour and violence remaining well below UK averages. This contrast highlights Aberfan’s unique position as a low-crime area, where the combination of community policing efforts and seasonal patterns likely contributes to sustained safety.