Pontyclun Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Pontyclun recorded 15 crimes across a population of 5,308 residents, translating to a crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000—a figure that is 63.2% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area's relatively low crime profile, though the month's statistics reveal nuanced patterns worth examining. The top two crime types were violence and sexual offences (5 incidents, 33.3% of total) and anti-social behaviour (3 incidents, 20.0%), both of which remain significantly below UK averages. The seasonal context of November, marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the onset of darker evenings, may have influenced these trends. For instance, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour could be tied to increased social gatherings or community events, while the slight uptick in violent crimes may reflect heightened tensions during the festive season. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Pontyclun is 65% below the UK average, a disparity that may be attributed to the area's character as a built-up part of Rhondda Cynon Taf, which likely has a more stable social fabric compared to larger urban centres. Meanwhile, the lower-than-UK-average rates for anti-social behaviour and public order offences suggest that local initiatives or community cohesion efforts may be contributing to a calmer environment. increase from the previous month indicates a need for continued vigilance.

November 2024 saw a 200% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 1 to 3 incidents—a sharp rise that may be linked to seasonal factors like Bonfire Night or heightened social activity. Concurrently, burglary cases doubled from 1 to 2, suggesting a potential shift in local dynamics, though the rate remains 29% above the UK average for this category. Violence and sexual offences also increased by 66.7%, from 3 to 5 incidents, yet this rate still sits 65% below the UK average. Conversely, criminal damage and arson decreased by 33.3%, from 3 to 2, possibly reflecting reduced vandalism during the colder months or changes in community engagement. These fluctuations highlight a combination of local conditions and broader trends, with some categories aligning closely with UK averages while others deviate significantly. For residents, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour is a clear indicator of an area-specific concern that may warrant community action.

Pontyclun's November 2024 crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents marks a 25.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 2.3 per 1,000. This rise, while modest, reflects a shift in local patterns that merit closer attention. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 0 crimes per day in November, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents despite the month-on-month increase. When scaled to the population of 5,308, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 354 residents. This ratio provides a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime in the area over the course of the month. While the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, the upward trend suggests a need to monitor local factors that may be influencing this change, such as seasonal events like Bonfire Night or increased retail activity during Black Friday. The contrast with the UK average highlights Pontyclun's distinct position within the broader crime profile, where its lower rates persist despite the recent increase.