Porth Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Porth’s crime profile in August 2024, accounting for 53.2% of all reported crimes, a stark contrast to the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 for this category. With a crime rate of 8.6 per 1,000 residents, Porth’s overall rate is 4.9% above the UK average of 8.2, reflecting a persistent challenge in managing interpersonal crime. The area’s crime picture is shaped by its seasonal rhythms, with August’s peak holiday period potentially amplifying risks in public spaces and empty homes. While property crimes remain relatively low—shoplifting and other thefts combined make up just 10.8% of total incidents—violence-related offences dominate, likely driven by the area’s social dynamics and the concentration of activity in shared spaces. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, yet Porth’s rate of 4.6 per 1,000 is 71% higher, a disparity that may be linked to local factors such as the density of public areas or the transient nature of some populations. Public order offences, at 1.5 per 1,000, are 138% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in high-traffic zones. This data illustrates the importance of addressing violent crime as a priority, while also noting the area’s relatively lower rates in property-related offences, which may indicate effective policing strategies or community engagement in retail and residential sectors.

Violence and sexual offences surged to 59 incidents in August, marking a 71% increase above the UK average for this category. This dominance underscores the area’s pressing challenges with interpersonal crime, particularly in public spaces. Meanwhile, shoplifting saw a sharp 100% rise from three to six incidents, likely linked to increased retail foot traffic during the summer months. Conversely, criminal damage and arson plummeted by 75%, from eight to two cases, possibly due to heightened community vigilance or reduced opportunities during warmer weather. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 25%, though this remains 37% below the UK average for the category. The drugs category rose by 100% to four incidents, a figure that is 36% above the UK average. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal dynamics and local factors, with property crimes remaining relatively low compared to the UK, suggesting targeted efforts may be effective in curbing certain offences.

August 2024 saw an 11.2% decline in Porth’s crime rate compared to July, dropping from 9.7 to 8.6 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as summer holidays may temporarily ease pressure on local services and reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, cannot be directly compared to national averages due to differing population scales. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 116 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the frequency of incidents relative to the population. This figure, though not directly comparable to UK-wide metrics, offers a clear snapshot of the area’s monthly risk profile. The drop in overall crime may also reflect temporary factors such as increased community activity during peak holiday periods or targeted policing efforts in high-risk areas. However, the absence of a national daily crime figure means local comparisons remain focused on Porth’s own metrics rather than broader trends.