Clydach (Swansea) Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Clydach (Swansea)’s crime profile in October 2023, accounting for 48.5% of all reported incidents—a rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents, 19% below the UK average. This category, which includes assault, sexual harassment, and domestic violence, remains the primary driver of crime in the area, likely influenced by the social dynamics of a built-up district within Swansea. The overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents, 42.5% below the UK average, highlights Clydach’s relatively safe environment compared to national benchmarks. Anti-social behaviour and other theft followed as the second and third most common crime types, with the latter showing a striking 400% increase from September to October. While the exact reasons for this surge remain unclear, seasonal factors such as the transition to darker evenings and the timing of Halloween may have played a role. The area’s low crime rate is consistent with its character as a densely populated, possibly commuter-focused district, where local policing and community engagement may contribute to crime prevention. However, the rise in other theft—despite remaining below the UK average—suggests a need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or public amenities. The broader context of October, marked by shorter daylight hours and seasonal events, may have influenced both the frequency and nature of reported crimes, though these connections remain speculative without further data.

October 2023 saw a 400% increase in 'other theft' crimes, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average for that category (0.6 per 1,000), highlights a shift in the crime mix, with property-related offences becoming more prominent than in previous months. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences fell by 36%, decreasing from 25 to 16 incidents—a reduction that brought the rate to 2.2 per 1,000, 19% below the UK average. This decline may reflect the impact of seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and Halloween-related community activities. Public order offences also dropped sharply by 66.7%, from 6 to 2, a decrease consistent with broader patterns observed in built-up areas during October. These fluctuations illustrate the dynamic nature of crime in Clydach, where local initiatives and environmental factors may play a role in shaping monthly trends.

Clydach (Swansea) recorded 33 crimes in October 2023, translating to 1 reported crime per day on average—a figure that reflects the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to the UK as a whole. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 219 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s safety relative to national standards. This compares to a previous month rate of 5.6 per 1,000, marking a 17.5% decline in October. The drop aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as shorter daylight hours and the approach of Halloween may have influenced community behaviour. The population context further highlights the significance of these figures: with 7,211 residents, the 33 crimes represent a manageable volume for local policing resources. The daily crime count, while a local metric, provides residents with a tangible benchmark to assess their personal risk exposure, particularly in areas where community engagement and local initiatives may contribute to crime prevention efforts.