Treharris Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2024, Treharris maintained a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents, 23.2% below the UK average of 8.2. This figure underscores the area’s relative safety compared to national benchmarks, though the distribution of crime types reveals distinct patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.5% of all incidents, making them the most prevalent category, followed by anti-social behaviour (15%) and other theft (12.5%). The dominance of violent crime over property crime is striking, with violent offences comprising nearly double the share of property-related incidents. This imbalance may reflect the built-up nature of the area, where public spaces and community interactions could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. Seasonal factors also play a role, as June marks the beginning of summer—a period when increased outdoor activity and tourism may influence crime dynamics. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or environmental factors may mitigate broader trends. Treharris’ anti-social behaviour rate is 29% below the UK average, while public order offences are also slightly lower (2% below), indicating that community-focused policing or local engagement efforts may be effective in curbing disorder. The data also shows that shoplifting is 68% below the UK average, a statistic that could be linked to the area’s retail profile or security measures in place. These findings illustrate a community where violent crime persists as a key concern, but broader crime trends remain subdued compared to national figures.

June 2024 saw a 400% increase in other thefts, jumping from one to five incidents, while public order offences surged by 300% (1 to 4). These spikes contrast with a 29.2% decline in violent crimes, which dropped from 24 to 17. The property-to-violent crime balance shifted significantly, with violent offences making up 42.5% of total incidents—higher than the 27.5% share for property crimes. This shift is notable given Treharris’ built-up character, where public spaces may amplify opportunities for disorderly conduct. Other thefts, now at 0.8 per 1,000 residents, are 38% above the UK average of 0.6, suggesting local factors such as targeted retail areas or unsecured premises may contribute. Meanwhile, shoplifting—though rare (0.2 per 1,000)—rose by 100% (0 to 1), a small but sharp increase that could indicate seasonal retail activity.

Treharris’ crime rate in June 2024 rose 11.1% from 5.7 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a slight upward trend in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in a built-up area with limited public spaces. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 158 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Treharris among the safer built-up areas in the UK. This statistic, when scaled to the local population of 6,327, suggests that the likelihood of experiencing a crime remains relatively low for residents. The change in crime rate aligns with broader seasonal patterns, where increased foot traffic during summer may contribute to minor fluctuations in reported incidents. However, the overall rate remains 23.2% below the UK average, indicating a consistent disparity in local crime dynamics compared to national trends.