Porth Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2024, Porth's crime profile was defined by a sharp dominance of violent crimes, which accounted for 52.6% of all reported incidents—over double the share of property crimes. This imbalance, with 61 violent crimes recorded compared to 20 property crimes, placed the area's overall crime rate at 9.0 per 1,000 residents, 16.9% above the UK average of 7.7. The most prevalent category, violence and sexual offences, was 83% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area's built-up character and associated social dynamics. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also exceeded national rates by 20% and 61% respectively, suggesting a concentration of incidents in communal or high-traffic spaces. Seasonal factors in September—such as the return of students to local institutions and the transition from summer to autumn—likely contributed to these patterns, with increased social interactions potentially amplifying conflicts. While property crimes like shoplifting and vehicle crime remained below UK averages, the disproportionate rise in violent incidents raises questions about local stressors or seasonal pressures. The area's compact nature, with a population of 12,855, means that even relatively low absolute numbers can translate into a visible impact on daily life. This data, when contextualised with the UK's broader trends, illustrates Porth's unique position: a place where interpersonal crime is a pressing concern, even as other categories align with or fall below national benchmarks. The seasonal context of September—marking the start of term time for local schools and universities—may have intensified social friction. The data's most striking feature is the stark contrast between the area's violent crime profile and its lower rates of theft or burglary, a dichotomy that warrants further exploration into community-specific factors.

September 2024 saw notable shifts in Porth's crime profile, with violent crimes dominating at 52.6% of total incidents—83% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This stark imbalance suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts or targeted incidents over property-related crimes. Among month-on-month changes, burglary increased by 100% (0 → 1), a small but significant rise that could indicate heightened vulnerability in specific areas, such as residential zones with limited surveillance. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 42.1% (19 → 11), possibly reflecting the impact of seasonal factors like shorter evenings and reduced nightlife activity. Vehicle crime remained below the UK average (11% below), while shoplifting fell by 41% (UK average: 0.7 per 1,000). These contrasts highlight the area's mixed crime dynamics, where some categories align with national trends while others diverge sharply. For residents, the 100% rise in burglary underscores the need for targeted awareness in vulnerable properties, even as other categories show reductions.

Porth's crime rate in September 2024 rose to 9.0 per 1,000 residents, a 4.5% increase from 8.6 per 1,000 in August. This places the area 16.9% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a disparity that persists despite some crime categories showing UK-level or below-average rates. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of four reported crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with previous months, reflects the area's compact built-up nature where a small number of incidents can have a visible impact. Over the course of September, one crime was reported for roughly every 111 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the density of incidents relative to the population. This statistic, when paired with the area's 12,855 residents, suggests that while crime is not pervasive, it remains concentrated in specific pockets, potentially linked to local social dynamics or seasonal transitions. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that Porth's rate, though elevated compared to the UK, is not uniform across crime types, with violent crimes far outpacing property crimes in both frequency and severity.