Porth Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Porth's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 11.4 per 1,000 residents, 40.7% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This places the area significantly higher than the national benchmark, a trend that has accelerated in recent months. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.9% of all reported incidents (63 cases), with a rate of 4.9 per 1,000. This is 73% above the UK average for this category, suggesting a concentrated issue in specific areas or demographics within Porth. Anti-social behaviour followed at 17.7% (26 cases), and public order offences at 14.3% (21 cases), both significantly exceeding UK averages. The seasonal context of May, with its longer evenings and bank holidays, may contribute to increased socialising and public drinking, factors that could explain the elevated rates of violent and public order crimes. Unlike the UK average, where shoplifting is more common, Porth saw a 40% deficit in this category, reflecting local retail practices or enforcement patterns. The overall crime picture in Porth reveals a combination of community dynamics, seasonal factors, and policing priorities, with the most pressing challenges centred on violent crime and anti-social behaviour.

May 2025 saw a 250% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 2 to 7 incidents, marking the most substantial single-category surge. This jump may partly explain the overall rise in crime, as vehicle-related offences often correlate with increased public visibility of crime in built-up areas. Burglary and robbery also doubled compared to April, with four and one incidents respectively, suggesting a possible shift in criminal focus during the month. Shoplifting decreased by 37.5% (from 8 to 5), a contrast to the surge in vehicle crime that could reflect seasonal dynamics. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.9 per 1,000, remain 73% above the UK average, a persistent concern in Porth. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also exceeded UK averages by 41% and 176% respectively, highlighting the need for community engagement strategies in public spaces.

Porth's crime rate in May 2025 rose to 11.4 per 1,000 residents, a 32.6% increase from 8.6 per 1,000 in April. This places the area 40.7% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a gap that has widened over recent months. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly five crimes per day, reflecting a consistent presence of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 87 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. With a population of 12,855, this translates to a higher-than-average frequency of incidents compared to the UK as a whole. The increase in violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences, which are 73% above the UK average, suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. The daily crime count, while not directly comparable to national figures, highlights the localised impact of crime on Porth's community.