Treherbert Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Treherbert, 9.9 crimes were reported in July 2024, placing the area 17.9% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This rate translates to one reported crime for roughly every 101 residents over the course of the month. The crime profile reveals a stark imbalance, with violence and sexual offences dominating the landscape—accounting for 66.7% of all recorded crimes, compared to 2.9 per 1,000 nationally. Public order offences followed at 12.3%, while anti-social behaviour made up 7.0% of the total. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, schools out, and a surge in tourism and festivals—likely contributes to these patterns, as crowded public spaces and increased foot traffic may create conditions conducive to such crimes. Violence and sexual offences, in particular, saw a sharp rise, with 38 incidents reported, compared to 16 in June. This aligns with the area’s character as a built-up community within Rhondda Cynon Taf, where transient populations and social gatherings during summer months could amplify tensions or opportunities for crime. The relatively low property crime rate (7 incidents, or 1.2 per 1,000) contrasts with the UK average, suggesting that personal safety concerns may weigh more heavily on residents than property-related risks during this period. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas during peak summer activity, while also highlighting the importance of community engagement to address underlying factors contributing to violent and public order offences.

July 2024 marked a significant spike in violence and sexual offences, with a 137.5% increase from June (16 to 38 incidents) and a 132% disparity above the UK average. This surge aligns with the seasonal influx of visitors and the extended summer evenings that may prolong social interactions in public spaces. Criminal damage and arson also rose sharply by 200%, jumping from 1 to 3 incidents, a figure that is 21% below the UK average but still notable given the area’s built-up nature. Conversely, burglary fell by 25%, from 4 to 3 incidents, a decline that may reflect improved security measures or reduced opportunities during the summer months. Anti-social behaviour, however, remained 52% below the UK average, suggesting that local efforts to address such issues may be having some effect. For residents, the most immediate concern is the elevated risk of violence—38 incidents in a community of 5,752 people translates to a 1-in-152 chance of encountering a violent crime during the month. This stark figure underscores the urgency of community policing initiatives and public awareness campaigns to mitigate tensions in high-traffic areas.

Treherbert’s crime rate in July 2024 (9.9 per 1,000) represents a 63.0% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.1 per 1,000, highlighting a marked upward trend. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately 2 crimes reported each day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, the 57 total crimes reported translate to one crime for every 101 residents—a statistic that, while not alarmingly high, is still 17.9% above the UK average. This disparity is most pronounced in violence and sexual offences, where the local rate (6.6 per 1,000) is 132% higher than the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Treherbert’s crime rate is elevated compared to the UK, the absolute number of incidents remains relatively low given the area’s size. For instance, the 38 reported cases of violence and sexual offences represent a 6.6% incidence rate among residents, compared to the UK’s 2.9%. This suggests that local factors—such as the community’s demographic composition or seasonal pressures—play a more significant role in shaping crime patterns than broader national trends. The contrast between Treherbert’s elevated violence rates and its relatively low property crime rates further indicates that the area’s crime profile is distinct from many other parts of the UK, where property-related offences often dominate.