Clydach Swansea Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Clydach's crime profile in August 2023 reveals a distinctive balance of crime types, with anti-social behaviour emerging as the most prevalent category, accounting for 31.1% of all incidents. This was followed by violence and sexual offences (26.7%) and criminal damage and arson (13.3%), creating a mix that diverges from the UK average. The area's overall crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents—23.5% below the UK's 8.1 per 1,000—suggests a relatively safe environment, though specific categories like anti-social behaviour and public order offences exceed national averages. This discrepancy may be attributed to local factors such as the built-up nature of Clydach within Swansea, where community density and proximity to urban centres could amplify certain types of crime. The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, likely contributed to the surge in anti-social behaviour and public order incidents, as transient populations and increased social activity may exacerbate these issues. Conversely, the lower rates of vehicle crime and other theft compared to the UK average align with the area's characteristics, where fewer motor vehicles and a compact residential layout might reduce opportunities for such offences. This mix of crime types illustrates a complex picture where local geography and seasonal rhythms intersect with broader national trends, requiring targeted approaches to address specific challenges while maintaining the area's overall safety record.

August 2023 saw a dramatic 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, public order, and other theft, with incidents doubling from July. This surge may be influenced by the peak holiday season, which often correlates with heightened community activity and transient populations. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 80%, likely due to fewer cars on the road during the summer months. Violence and sexual offences also decreased by 14.3%, a shift that could reflect seasonal changes in social dynamics or effective local policing. Anti-social behaviour in Clydach outpaced the UK average by 32%, highlighting a distinct local challenge compared to national trends. Meanwhile, vehicle crime in the area was 39% below the UK average, suggesting a lower risk of motor-related offences. These contrasting trends illustrate the combination of local conditions and broader national patterns, offering residents a nuanced understanding of their area's crime profile.

Clydach's crime rate in August 2023 rose slightly to 6.2 per 1,000 residents from 6.1 per 1,000 in July, reflecting a 2.3% monthly increase. While this shift is minimal, it underscores the fluctuating nature of local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in August, a figure that, while low, remains a local benchmark without UK-wide comparison data. Over the course of the month, 1-in-160 residents experienced a reported crime, a statistic that contextualises risk in terms of population exposure. This monthly aggregate highlights that, despite the slight increase, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with its overall rate 23.5% below the national figure. The population-scaled perspective—7,211 residents in a built-up area—suggests that crime is distributed across a relatively small community, potentially making localised interventions more impactful. The absence of a UK daily comparison ensures focus remains on Clydach's unique context, avoiding speculative generalisations about national trends.