Gorseinon Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Gorseinon’s July 2024 crime statistics reveal a marked outlier in the proportion of violent crimes, which accounted for 48% of all incidents—nearly double the share of the next most common category. This stark dominance of violent crime contrasts sharply with the UK average, where such offences constitute a smaller share of total incidents. The overall crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents, 40.5% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, suggests that Gorseinon remains a relatively safe area despite the high proportion of violent crime. Seasonal factors likely influenced these patterns, as the summer months often see increased community activity, local events, and police presence, which may contribute to lower overall crime rates. However, the breakdown shows that while property-related crimes such as shoplifting and criminal damage are below UK averages, violent crime remains high. This could reflect local demographic characteristics, such as a younger population or higher concentrations of vulnerable groups, which may increase exposure to violent incidents. The data also highlights the importance of addressing specific categories, such as possession of weapons—2 incidents in July, 43% above the UK average—which may indicate emerging concerns requiring targeted policing or community outreach. Overall, the combination of a low overall rate and a high proportion of violent crime presents a nuanced picture, underscoring the need for tailored strategies to address both general safety and specific risk factors.

July 2024 saw sharp increases in three categories: vehicle crime, possession of weapons, and other theft, each rising by 100% compared to the previous month. This surge in vehicle crime, from zero to one incident, may be linked to increased summer activity in local car parks or events. Conversely, public order offences fell by 33.3%, and anti-social behaviour decreased by 16.7%, potentially reflecting the impact of seasonal events or community-focused interventions. Violent crimes, which made up 48% of total incidents, were 16% below the UK average for this category, suggesting a relative safety in this area despite the high proportion of such offences. Anti-social behaviour, at 13.7% of total crimes, was 52% below the UK average, a stark contrast that may be attributable to local initiatives or demographic factors. These shifts highlight the combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with some areas showing marked improvements while others require closer scrutiny. For residents, the significant drop in public order offences offers a tangible benefit, indicating that targeted efforts may be yielding results.

Gorseinon’s crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents in July 2024 represented a 7.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.5 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typically observed during summer, when community engagement and local policing initiatives often contribute to lower crime rates. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, highlights the importance of consistent safety measures. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 198 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. When compared to the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, Gorseinon’s performance remains below, suggesting that factors such as local community cohesion, effective policing strategies, or demographic characteristics may contribute to this trend. However, the population-scaled perspective reveals that while the overall rate is low, specific categories—such as possession of weapons and other theft—show deviations from UK averages, indicating areas for targeted attention. These findings highlight the importance of balancing general safety improvements with focused interventions on emerging issues.