Loughor Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,310 residents, Loughor recorded 27 crimes in July 2023, equating to a crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 people—38.6% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects a combination of local conditions and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 55.6% of all incidents (15 cases), a rate of 2.8 per 1,000, which is 1% above the UK average for the category. Anti-social behaviour followed at 14.8% (4 cases), with a rate of 0.8 per 1,000—44% below the UK average. The low overall rate aligns with Loughor’s status as a smaller, built-up area within Swansea, where community cohesion and limited commercial density may contribute to lower crime levels. July, a peak summer month, saw schools out of session and increased tourism, factors that could both elevate and mitigate crime depending on local activity patterns. For instance, the rise in violence and sexual offences may be linked to higher foot traffic during festivals, while the decline in anti-social behaviour could reflect the dispersal of transient populations. The data also reveals stark contrasts in specific crime types: criminal damage and arson (11.1% of incidents) and drugs (3.7%) were both significantly below UK averages, indicating effective local policing or community engagement in these areas. However, the modest increase in violence underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly during high-traffic events. Overall, the crime profile of Loughor in July 2023 illustrates a balance between seasonal fluctuations and the area’s inherent characteristics, offering a nuanced picture of public safety in a compact urban environment.

July 2023 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with violence and sexual offences surging by 87.5% compared to June, driven by a rise from 8 to 15 incidents. This increase, while notable, remained 1% above the UK average for the category. Conversely, public order offences dropped sharply by 85.7%, reflecting a reduction from 7 to 1 incident, a trend that may align with seasonal changes in community activity. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 69.2%, with reported cases dropping from 13 to 4, potentially influenced by summer events that may have deterred such incidents. The emergence of drug-related crimes, which doubled from 0 to 1, and vehicle crime, which rose from 0 to 1, highlights new challenges. These shifts, though small in absolute terms, warrant attention, particularly as vehicle crime was 58% below the UK average, suggesting targeted local factors may be at play.

Loughor's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 29.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.2 per 1,000. This decline suggests a possible shift in local dynamics, though seasonal factors such as summer festivals and increased tourism could influence patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s relatively small population. Monthly exposure to crime was 1 reported incident for every 197 residents, a ratio that underscores the area’s low overall crime rate compared to the UK average. When scaled to the local population, this translates to a manageable frequency of incidents, though residents may still benefit from awareness of specific crime types, such as the notable rise in violence and sexual offences. The comparison highlights both the effectiveness of local measures in reducing crime and the need for continued vigilance during peak activity periods.