Gorseinon Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

September 2025 saw a concerning uptick in specific crime types within Gorseinon, a built-up area of Swansea, despite the overall crime rate remaining significantly below the UK average. The total crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents places the area 47.3% below the national average of 7.4 per 1,000, highlighting a generally safer environment compared to the rest of the UK. However, the data reveals a troubling pattern: violent crimes, which accounted for 46.4% of all incidents, rose sharply in prominence, while property crimes remained relatively low. This shift in crime mix may be influenced by seasonal factors, as September marks the return to school and university freshers' week, potentially increasing social interactions in public spaces. The most common crime category—violence and sexual offences—stood at 1.8 per 1,000, 30% below the UK average, suggesting local efforts may be effective in curbing severe violence. Conversely, public order offences, though still lower than the UK average, saw a dramatic 200% increase from August, indicating a need for heightened awareness in areas prone to disorder. The seasonal context of shorter evenings and the start of the academic year likely contribute to this trend, with increased foot traffic and social gatherings in public spaces. While Gorseinon's overall crime profile remains favourable compared to the UK, the rise in public order incidents deserves closer attention from residents and local authorities.

September 2025 brought stark contrasts in crime trends within Gorseinon. Public order offences surged by 200% compared to August, jumping from 3 to 9 incidents—a significant spike that may reflect the pressures of freshers' week and back-to-school routines. This category, which includes anti-social behaviour and disturbances, now accounts for 16.1% of all reported crimes, though it remains 74% below the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. Meanwhile, 'other crime' also rose by 100%, increasing from 3 to 6 incidents, suggesting a need for vigilance in areas where unclassified offences occur. A worrying development was the 100% increase in possession of weapons, with one incident reported—though this remains 43% below the UK average. This category's rise could signal a localised issue requiring further investigation. In contrast, anti-social behaviour dropped by 76.5%, aligning with the broader trend of declining violent crime. The area's violent crime rate, at 1.8 per 1,000, remains 30% below the UK average, indicating effective local measures in curbing severe violence. However, the sharp rise in public order offences is a red flag for residents, particularly in areas with high youth activity. Local authorities may need to consider targeted interventions during peak times, such as late evenings, to address this surge.

Gorseinon's crime rate in September 2025 (3.9 per 1,000) marks a 15.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.6 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but notable improvement in overall safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continuous vigilance. When scaled to the population of 14,479 residents, this translates to one reported crime occurring for every 259 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. This suggests that Gorseinon remains a relatively safe area compared to the national context, though the recent surge in public order offences indicates areas for improvement. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the likelihood of being a victim of crime in Gorseinon is markedly lower than in the UK as a whole, with violent crimes being 30% below the national average and anti-social behaviour 74% below. However, the sharp increase in public order incidents—now at 0.6 per 1,000—highlights a vulnerability in the area's crime prevention strategies during transitional periods like September. Residents should be aware that while the overall crime picture is positive, specific categories such as public order require closer monitoring, particularly during times of increased social activity.