Gowerton Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Gowerton's crime rate in July 2025 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 54.7% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This marked improvement reflects a broader trend of reduced criminal activity, particularly in violent crimes. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.9% of all crimes reported, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.4%) and public order offences (9.7%). The seasonal context of July—characterised by peak tourism, festivals, and school holidays—likely contributed to patterns in crime distribution. While violent crime remains the largest category, its rate of 1.6 per 1,000 is 47% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community initiatives. Anti-social behaviour, though still prevalent, saw a rate of 0.8 per 1,000, 48% below the UK average, possibly linked to increased community engagement during summer events. Public order offences, at 0.4 per 1,000, also fell significantly below national levels. These figures align with the area's character as a built-up district within Swansea, where summer activities may encourage greater public visibility and deterrence. However, the relatively low property crime rate (6 incidents) compared to violent crime (13) indicates a shift in criminal focus, influenced by seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic in retail areas or events. The overall trend of reduced crime, especially in violent categories, suggests that local strategies may be having a positive impact, though continued monitoring is necessary to maintain this progress.

July 2025 saw notable reductions in several crime categories, with public order offences decreasing by 40% (from 5 to 3) and other theft falling by 50% (from 2 to 1). These declines may reflect heightened community vigilance during summer festivals or improved policing in public spaces. Conversely, other crime, drugs, and robbery each saw a 100% increase, with one incident each in these categories. While these rises are statistically significant, they remain isolated cases, as the overall crime rate still sits well below the UK average. The breakdown of crimes shows a continued emphasis on violent crime, which accounted for 41.9% of all incidents, but its rate (1.6 per 1,000) is 47% below the UK average. This suggests that while violence remains a concern, local efforts may be mitigating its impact. The rate of criminal damage and arson fell by 33.3% (from 3 to 2), indicating a possible reduction in targeted vandalism during the summer months. For residents, the data underscores that while certain categories are rising, the overall picture remains one of relative safety compared to national benchmarks. The increase in 'other crime'—a category that includes unclassified incidents—may warrant closer attention, though its limited numbers suggest it is not yet a major trend.

Compared to June 2025, Gowerton's crime rate in July 2025 fell by 13.9%, dropping from 4.5 to 3.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline, though modest, aligns with the broader seasonal pattern of reduced property crime during summer months, when outdoor activities may divert attention from residential areas. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in July, a figure that, while low, highlights the need for consistent community engagement to prevent spikes in specific categories. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 256 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, which would be much higher given the national rate of 8.6 per 1,000. This suggests that Gowerton's residents face a markedly lower risk of encountering crime compared to the average UK resident. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the area's status as a relatively safe built-up district within Swansea, where crime prevention efforts appear to be effective. However, the slight increase in 'other crime' and drug-related incidents—though small in absolute terms—reminds residents and authorities that vigilance must continue, particularly in addressing emerging trends that could evolve into larger issues.