Beddau Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Beddau’s March 2023 crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents marked a 32.9% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower-than-average criminal environment. The area’s crime profile was dominated by violent offences, which accounted for 19 incidents — 48.7% of the total — despite their rate (2.5 per 1,000) being 9% below the UK average. This suggests a localised concentration of violent incidents, potentially influenced by factors such as community dynamics or localised social pressures. Property crimes, though less frequent than violent crimes, showed a more pronounced suppression relative to national trends, with shoplifting, burglary, and vehicle crime all recording rates significantly below UK averages. The seasonal transition to spring, with longer evenings and the clocks changing, likely contributed to the overall crime picture, as outdoor activity patterns shifted. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.7 per 1,000, was 33% below the UK average, indicating a possible success in community policing or local initiatives aimed at reducing disorder. The low rate of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) — 79% below the UK average — may be attributable to the area’s built-up nature, where car theft is less common than in more rural or suburban settings. These figures collectively suggest that Beddau’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of its geographical characteristics, population density, and localised efforts to manage criminal activity, though the persistent dominance of violent crime highlights areas requiring further attention.

March 2023 saw a marked reduction in property crime compared to recent months, with shoplifting and burglary each contributing only 7.7% of total incidents — 18% and 70% below UK averages respectively. This decline aligns with the seasonal shift to spring, when outdoor activity increases but retail theft may decrease due to fewer tourists in the area. Violent crime remained the dominant category, comprising 48.7% of all reported incidents.5 per 1,000 was 9% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.7 per 1,000, was 33% below the UK rate, suggesting effective local interventions or community cohesion. Vehicle crime, a persistent concern in built-up areas, fell to 0.1 per 1,000 — 79% below the UK average — potentially reflecting improved parking security or reduced vehicle presence during the month. These figures indicate a generally stable crime picture, with specific categories showing notable improvements compared to national benchmarks.

In March 2023, Beddau recorded 39 crimes across a population of 7,697 residents, translating to one reported crime for every 197 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure places the area well below the UK average, though direct national comparisons for this metric are not available. Daily crime counts show an average of one reported crime per day, a relatively low frequency that suggests a stable crime environment. When scaled to the local population, the 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents rate highlights a consistent trend of lower-than-average criminal activity compared to the UK’s 7.6 per 1,000. This pattern is reinforced by the breakdown of specific crime types, with several categories — including violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, and vehicle crime — recording rates significantly below UK averages. The area’s built-up character, likely influenced by its location within Rhondda Cynon Taf, may contribute to lower property crime rates and higher community engagement in crime prevention efforts. These factors, combined with the seasonal transition to spring, could explain the continued suppression of crime relative to national trends.