Loughor Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Loughor's December 2023 crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents marked a 14.9% increase compared to November but remained 40.3% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 52.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.7%) and criminal damage and arson (13.0%). This distribution aligns with patterns typical of built-up areas within larger urban centres, where interpersonal conflicts and property-related disputes often feature prominently. The seasonal context of December—characterised by Christmas shopping, extended evening darkness, and empty homes during holiday periods—may partly explain the fluctuation in crime types. While property crime remained low overall, the 100% increase in burglary suggests a potential vulnerability in local security measures or opportunistic activity during the festive season. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, may reflect increased community interaction during holiday gatherings. The area's overall safety profile, as evidenced by its significantly lower crime rate compared to national benchmarks, suggests effective policing or community initiatives that have mitigated risks despite seasonal challenges. This data illustrates the combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and crime patterns in a built-up area within a larger urban context.

December 2023 saw the most significant month-on-month increase in violence and sexual offences, rising by 33.3% from 9 to 12 incidents. This surge, while notable, still places the category 12% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Burglary also experienced a 100% increase, jumping from 0 to 1 incident, highlighting a sharp spike in property-related crime. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 50%, decreasing from 4 to 2, a shift that may reflect seasonal changes in community activity or targeted policing efforts. The area's violent crime rate remains significantly below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences contributing 52.2% of all reported crimes. Residents may find the 1-in-231 resident monthly exposure figure useful for understanding local crime frequency in context of the area's overall safety profile.

Loughor's crime rate in December 2023 rose 14.9% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.8 to 4.3 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the area remains 40.3% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 23 crimes were reported over 31 days, averaging roughly one crime per day—a figure that may reflect seasonal factors such as extended evening hours and holiday-related activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 231 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the rate within the local population. This statistic does not account for fluctuations in daily patterns, which could be influenced by transient events or temporary changes in community activity. The population-scaled perspective shows that Loughor's residents experience a significantly lower frequency of crime compared to the national average, even as local rates show modest month-on-month increases.