Treorchy Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Treorchy's crime profile in November 2024, accounting for 48.7% of all reported crimes—a stark outlier compared to the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000). With a total crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents, Treorchy remained 32.9% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a consistent trend reflecting the area's relatively low crime environment. The breakdown reveals a distinct emphasis on violent crime, which stood at 2.5 per 1,000—just 3% below the UK average, suggesting local factors may contribute to this category's resilience. Anti-social behaviour (0.9 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.7 per 1,000) further shaped the profile, with the latter exceeding the UK average by 37%. This contrast is particularly notable given Treorchy's built-up character and proximity to larger urban centres, which may influence both crime types and policing priorities. Seasonal factors, including the darkening evenings of November and the proximity of Bonfire Night, may have amplified tensions in public spaces, though the absence of a sharp spike in overall crime suggests community and environmental factors are likely at play. The low rates of property crimes—such as vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000)—further highlight Treorchy's divergence from UK-wide patterns, where these categories often dominate.

November 2024 marked a 100% increase in vehicle crime, with one incident reported after none in October. This jump, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors such as increased nighttime activity linked to Bonfire Night or Black Friday shopping. Anti-social behaviour rose by 75%, from four to seven incidents, potentially tied to the extended hours of darkness and the proximity of major shopping events. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 83.3%, dropping from six to one incident—a sharp decline that could indicate improved community engagement or targeted policing efforts. Public order offences in Treorchy (0.7 per 1,000) exceeded the UK average (0.5 per 1,000) by 37%, suggesting a distinct local challenge in managing public spaces. This contrast with the UK-wide trend—where violence and sexual offences are 3% below average—underscores Treorchy's unique crime profile, shaped by its built-up environment and seasonal rhythms.

Treorchy's crime rate in November 2024 rose by 5.4% compared to October 2024, moving from 4.9 to 5.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. Over the course of the month, 39 crimes were reported across 7,628 residents, equating to roughly one crime for every 196 residents. This monthly exposure figure provides context for how frequently residents might encounter crime in their daily lives, though it remains a low-frequency occurrence relative to broader UK trends. The daily crime count—1 crime per day—suggests a steady but manageable level of activity, with no spikes in reported incidents. When compared to the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, Treorchy's rate remains lower, reinforcing its position as a relatively safe area within a region that often sees higher crime concentrations. This contrast is particularly evident in categories like public order and other crime, which exceed UK averages, but these are offset by consistently low rates in property crimes and vehicle-related offences.