Gorseinon Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 14,479 residents, Gorseinon recorded 69 crimes in November 2024, equating to 4.8 crimes per 1,000 people — 36.8% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This rate translates to roughly one reported crime for every 210 residents over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (21.7% of total crimes), anti-social behaviour (20.3%), and criminal damage and arson (17.4%). These figures align with seasonal patterns in November, when extended evenings and events like Bonfire Night may contribute to increased public order and property-related incidents. While violence and sexual offences saw a notable decrease compared to previous months, the rise in criminal damage and arson by 140% suggests a shift in criminal activity that may be influenced by local factors such as community events or environmental vulnerabilities. The area’s crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, with violent crime rates 61% below the national benchmark, though public order offences are 57% above the UK average, reflecting the dynamics of a built-up area within a larger urban centre like Swansea.

November 2024 saw a 140% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from five to twelve incidents — the largest month-on-month jump in the dataset. This surge may be linked to seasonal factors, such as Bonfire Night, which often coincides with heightened fire risks in residential areas. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 37.5%, from 24 to 15 cases, a trend that could reflect reduced public gatherings or increased community vigilance during the month. Shoplifting also fell by 20%, from five to four incidents, influenced by Black Friday shopping patterns shifting earlier in the month. Gorseinon’s violent crime rate remains 61% below the UK average, but public order offences are 57% above the national benchmark, suggesting a unique local dynamic where community engagement with local authorities may play a role in mitigating some crime types while others persist. Burglary cases doubled from zero to four, and possession of weapons rose from zero to one, both indicating potential vulnerabilities in property security or unregistered firearms within the area.

Gorseinon’s crime rate in November 2024 (4.8 per 1,000) marked an 11.4% increase compared to the previous month’s rate of 4.3 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents than aggregated monthly statistics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 210 residents, a ratio that provides context for the scale of criminal activity in a community of this size. When compared to the UK average, Gorseinon’s overall rate remains significantly lower, but the local profile shows divergent trends — for instance, public order offences are 57% above the UK average, which may reflect the characteristics of a built-up area within a larger urban environment. This contrast highlights the importance of considering local context when interpreting crime statistics, as national averages can mask variations in specific categories. Residents may find the monthly exposure figure (1-in-210) particularly useful for understanding the relative risk of crime in their daily lives, though this must be balanced against the area’s strong performance in reducing violent crime.