Gorseinon Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Gorseinon during March 2024 reveals a notable balance between violent and property-related offences, with violence and sexual offences dominating the landscape. At 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall rate is 13% below the UK average of 7.7, suggesting a relatively safer environment compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 24.7% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.6%) and public order offences (15.5%). This mix indicates a focus on community-based issues rather than property-focused crime, which may partly reflect the area’s built-up character within Swansea and its proximity to local amenities. The seasonal transition to spring, with evenings lengthening and clocks moving forward, likely contributed to increased public order concerns, as more residents spend time outdoors. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, both above UK averages, may be linked to the area’s social dynamics, including potential tensions in shared spaces or community events. Meanwhile, property crimes such as shoplifting (14.4%) and criminal damage (10.3%) remain significant but are lower than the UK average for these categories. This contrast highlights Gorseinon’s unique position as a built-up area with a mix of urban and suburban characteristics, where community-focused policing and local engagement could play a role in shaping crime patterns.

March 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with other theft increasing by 200% (from 2 to 6 cases) and theft from the person doubling (from 1 to 2). These spikes may indicate targeted activity or temporary disruptions. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 33.3% (from 3 to 2), and criminal damage and arson fell by 23.1% (from 13 to 10), possibly reflecting seasonal changes or local interventions. The area’s violent crime rate (1.7 per 1,000) is 36% below the UK average, a striking contrast to its anti-social behaviour rate (1.4 per 1,000), which is 21% above the national figure. This divergence suggests that while Gorseinon may have effective measures to curb violent crime, community-level challenges persist in managing anti-social conduct. For residents, the 12.8% increase in the overall crime rate compared to February (5.9 per 1,000) underscores the need for continued vigilance, particularly in areas with high foot traffic where anti-social behaviour and public order issues are concentrated. The absence of significant rises in burglary or vehicle crime, despite the overall increase, further illustrates the complexity of local crime trends.

Compared to February 2024, Gorseinon’s crime rate rose by 12.8% (from 5.9 to 6.7 per 1,000 residents), reflecting a modest upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 3 crimes per day in March, a figure that, while localised, provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 149 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is slightly higher than the UK average but remains within a manageable range for a built-up area. When scaled to the population of 14,479, this rate suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime, though specific hotspots may experience higher concentrations of certain offences. The comparison to the UK average highlights Gorseinon’s relatively lower violent crime rates and higher anti-social behaviour incidents, which may be influenced by local demographics and land use. While the overall rate remains below the national benchmark, the month-on-month increase serves as a reminder that crime trends can shift rapidly, requiring ongoing community engagement and policing strategies tailored to the area’s unique needs.