Porth Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Porth's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 7.9 per 1,000, a figure 5.3% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This rate, while slightly elevated compared to the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local dynamics and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 48.5% of all incidents reported, with 49 cases recorded—significantly higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This dominance may be linked to the area's built-up nature and the presence of public spaces that can become focal points for such incidents, particularly during the darker evenings of November. Public order offences followed closely, making up 18.8% of the total with 19 cases, a rate 183% above the UK average. This could be attributed to the area's proximity to major transport routes or its role as a hub for local activity, where crowds and alcohol consumption might contribute to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour, though a smaller portion of the overall crime mix, was 24% below the UK average, suggesting that community-based initiatives or local policing strategies may be having a positive effect. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the onset of darker evenings—likely influenced crime patterns, with opportunities for theft and public disorder increasing in the lead-up to these events. However, the overall crime rate's slight dip compared to the previous month indicates that some efforts to mitigate criminal activity may be showing early signs of success, even as certain categories remain higher than national averages.

Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category in November, comprising 48.5% of all crimes, and were 47% above the UK average. This stark contrast with the 49% decrease in criminal damage and arson—down from 8 to 4 cases—suggests a shift in focus among offenders. The 300% increase in 'other crime' cases, rising from 1 to 4, highlights an emerging trend that warrants closer examination. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 60%, aligning with a seasonal pattern as fewer residents travel long distances during the darker evenings of November. Anti-social behaviour, which was 24% below the UK average, may reflect local initiatives or community engagement efforts that have had a measurable impact. Residents might find the 87.5% drop in other theft cases, from 8 to 1, particularly reassuring, indicating a potential success in targeted policing or community awareness campaigns.

Porth's crime rate in November 2023 fell by 17.9% compared to October's 9.6 per 1,000, marking a notable downward trend. This decline aligns with the area's seasonal rhythms, as November's shorter evenings and post-Black Friday shopping lulls may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, 3 crimes were reported per day in November, a figure that, while local to Porth, provides residents with a tangible sense of the pace of incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 127 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of crime within the community. When compared to the UK average, Porth's overall rate remains 5.3% higher, though the month-on-month drop suggests progress in addressing local challenges. The population of 12,855 means that even small changes in crime numbers can have measurable impacts on residents' perceptions of safety.