Porth Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Porth’s crime profile in August 2025, accounting for nearly half (49.6%) of all reported crimes. This category alone was 74% above the UK average, with 5.0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The area’s overall crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 residents placed it 23.5% above the UK’s 8.1 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the need for localised strategies to address persistent violent crime. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 19.4% of incidents and remaining 30% above the UK average. Public order offences, though less frequent, were 107% above the national rate, suggesting challenges in managing community interactions or enforcing local regulations. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these trends: August, a peak holiday month, may have increased pressure on local services and created opportunities for crime in areas with transient populations or unoccupied homes. The high proportion of violent crime contrasts with lower rates of property-related offences, such as shoplifting (52% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (74% below), which may reflect the area’s built-up nature and limited retail or transport infrastructure. These patterns highlight the combination of geography, demographics, and seasonal rhythms in shaping Porth’s crime profile.

August 2025 witnessed a 100% surge in vehicle crime, rising from zero to one incident, a shift that may reflect increased tourism or seasonal changes in parking patterns. Shoplifting also doubled, with four incidents reported compared to two in July, potentially linked to holiday shopping activity or retail hours. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 38.5%, from 13 to 8 cases, indicating a reduction in vandalism during the summer months. Violence and sexual offences, at 64 cases, were 74% above the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, highlighting a stark local challenge. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also exceeded UK rates, with the latter being 107% above the national average. These figures suggest that while some crime categories are declining, others remain elevated, requiring targeted interventions. Residents might find the sharp increase in vehicle crime particularly concerning, as it could signal vulnerabilities in local security measures or temporary disruptions in community oversight.

Porth's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 10.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 7.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 10.8 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a potential stabilization in local crime patterns. above the UK average. On a daily basis, approximately four crimes were reported each day in August, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 100 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the frequency of incidents within a relatively small population, underscoring the need for community vigilance. While the overall rate has decreased, the distribution of crime types reveals persistent disparities: violent crimes remain high compared to the UK average, whereas vehicle crime and theft from the person are significantly lower. These contrasts may reflect local factors such as the area’s built-up character, seasonal tourism, or targeted policing efforts. The daily crime count, though modest, serves as a reminder that even a small number of incidents can have a noticeable impact on residents’ sense of safety.