Rhondda Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Rhondda's violent crime rate in November 2023 stood at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, 38% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This marked deviation from national trends highlights the area's unique crime profile, which is characterised by a relatively low prevalence of violent offences despite a modest overall crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000. The local context—potentially shaped by a smaller, more tightly knit community—may contribute to this divergence. Seasonal factors also played a role: the onset of darker evenings, coupled with the post-Black Friday retail landscape, likely influenced the distribution of crime types. Violence and sexual offences dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 44.1% of all reported crimes, but this category's rate remains significantly lower than the UK average. Public order offences, at 0.6 per 1,000, were 13% above the national rate, reflecting the challenges of managing crowds during events like Bonfire Night. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, dropped sharply, suggesting that targeted interventions or seasonal awareness may have mitigated such incidents. The data also reveals a pronounced underrepresentation of property crimes compared to the UK average, with burglary and vehicle crime rates falling below national benchmarks by 41% and 80%, respectively. This pattern may be linked to Rhondda's geography, where fewer high-traffic areas or commercial hubs could reduce opportunities for such offences. Overall, the November 2023 statistics illustrate a community where violent crime is lower than the national average, but where public order and anti-social behaviour remain areas requiring attention.

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.1% of all reported crimes in November, yet their rate of 1.6 per 1,000 remains 38% below the UK average. This stark contrast to the national trend suggests local factors, such as community cohesion or policing strategies, may be influencing outcomes. Meanwhile, burglary rates surged by 300% compared to October, rising from one to four incidents. This spike, though modest in absolute terms, underscores the need for vigilance in residential areas. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, fell by 58.3% as incidents dropped from 24 to 10, potentially reflecting the impact of seasonal events like Bonfire Night, which may have drawn community attention to public order. Shoplifting rates halved from four to two cases, aligning with the post-Black Friday lull in retail-focused crimes. These shifts illustrate the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with month-on-month variations offering insight into how local rhythms influence criminal activity.

Rhondda's crime rate in November 2023 fell to 3.7 per 1,000 residents, a 25.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.0. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as darker evenings and the end of the festive shopping period may have reduced opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of three crimes per day, a figure that appears manageable for a community of 22,633 people. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for roughly every 269 residents over the course of November, a statistic that contextualises the rate within the local population. This monthly aggregate suggests that while crime remains a concern, its frequency is proportionally lower than in many other areas, particularly when compared to the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the notion that Rhondda's crime profile is distinct from larger urban centres, where higher population density often correlates with elevated crime rates.