Gorseinon Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Gorseinon's crime profile in July 2023 reveals a marked divergence from the UK average, with violence and sexual offences recorded at 1.7 per 1,000 residents—39% below the national rate. This anomaly, coupled with a 25.3% overall reduction in crime compared to the UK's 8.3 per 1,000, positions the area as an outlier in the broader context of UK crime statistics. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 27% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences at 28.1%. These figures contrast sharply with the UK average for anti-social behaviour (1.4 per 1,000), which was 20% below Gorseinon's rate. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and festivals—likely contributes to the prominence of anti-social behaviour, as outdoor events and increased foot traffic in the built-up area may amplify such incidents. Meanwhile, the low rate of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000), both 70-79% below the UK average, suggests that the area's compact nature and community-focused policing may act as deterrents. The overall crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 reflects a balance between rising property-related offences (shoplifting, criminal damage) and falling violent crimes, a dynamic that aligns with the area's character as a densely populated urban enclave within Swansea. The interplay between local demographics and seasonal activity appears to shape these patterns, with the built-up area's proximity to Swansea's retail and entertainment hubs driving shoplifting and anti-social behaviour while the small community size may limit opportunities for more severe crimes.

July 2023 saw a 140% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from five to 12 incidents. This surge may partly explain the broader shift in crime mix, with property-related offences accounting for 31.5% of total crimes compared to 28.1% in June. While violent crimes fell by 30.6% (from 36 to 25), the rate for violence and sexual offences remained 39% below the UK average, a striking contrast to the 20% increase in anti-social behaviour, which rose from 1.4 to 1.7 per 1,000. The sharp rise in shoplifting (33% above UK average) and criminal damage (25% above UK average) highlights a seasonal pattern consistent with Gorseinon's summer festivals and outdoor events. Vehicle crime doubled from zero to one incident, a development that could be linked to increased local tourism during the month. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of crime in a built-up area with significant seasonal activity.

Gorseinon's crime rate in July 2023 remained stable at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, matching the rate recorded in June. This consistency suggests no significant month-to-month fluctuation in overall crime levels. Locally, the average resident experienced one reported crime for every 163 people over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the built-up area's population of 14,479. On a daily basis, approximately three crimes were recorded in July, a rate that aligns with the area's historical patterns during peak summer months. This frequency is lower than the UK average when viewed through the lens of the overall rate, but the daily breakdown highlights the need for continued community vigilance. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while Gorseinon's crime rate is below the national average, the impact of individual incidents remains tangible for local residents. The stability in the monthly rate contrasts with the UK-wide seasonal trends, which often see spikes during summer, but the local context of Gorseinon's built-up area appears to mitigate such increases.