Loughor Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In Loughor, the crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents in June 2023 translates to a daily risk that is 15.3% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, reveals a nuanced picture shaped by local patterns. Anti-social behaviour emerged as the most common crime type, accounting for 34.2% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (21.1%) and public order offences (18.4%). These figures align with seasonal dynamics: June, the start of summer, brings longer days and the onset of tourism in coastal areas like Swansea, which may contribute to increased social interactions in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour, in particular, may be amplified by the influx of visitors and the extended hours of daylight, which can extend social activity into the evenings. However, the area’s overall safety profile is bolstered by the fact that violent crime rates are 49% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion or policing efforts—may be mitigating risk in this category. The relatively low rate of property crime (16.3% of total incidents) also indicates that Loughor’s built-up area within Swansea may have fewer opportunities for burglary or theft compared to more isolated or densely populated urban zones. This balance of crime types and rates underscores the importance of contextual factors in shaping Loughor’s crime picture, with seasonal transitions and local geography likely playing a role in the observed patterns.

June 2023 saw notable shifts in Loughor’s crime profile, with three categories experiencing significant changes. Burglary, shoplifting, and violence and sexual offences each increased by 100% compared to the previous month, reflecting a sharp upward trend in these areas. This surge in violent crime—rising from 4 to 8 incidents—may be linked to the seasonal increase in social activity and the potential for heightened tensions in public spaces during summer. Conversely, criminal damage and arson decreased by 42.9%, possibly due to a reduction in vandalism linked to the end of school terms or the start of summer holidays. The breakdown of crimes also highlights stark contrasts with UK averages: anti-social behaviour in Loughor was 69% above the national rate, while violence and sexual offences were 49% below. This divergence suggests that local factors, such as the presence of public amenities or community engagement initiatives, may be influencing these trends. For residents, the most immediate concern is the doubling of burglary and shoplifting cases, which, though still low in absolute terms (one incident each), could indicate vulnerabilities in local security measures or opportunities for offenders in retail areas. These changes underscore the need for targeted interventions to address rising violent crime while maintaining the gains in reducing property-related offences.

Loughor’s crime rate in June 2023 rose by 35.9% compared to the previous month, increasing from 5.3 to 7.2 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a significant jump, the area remains safer than the UK average, with its overall rate still 15.3% lower than the national figure. On a daily basis, Loughor recorded one crime per day over the 30-day period, a statistic that provides residents with a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents. When scaled to the local population of 5,310, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 140 residents over the course of the month—a rate that is lower than the UK average but reflects the volatility of month-on-month changes. The population-scaled perspective is particularly useful for understanding how these figures translate to individual risk: while the 7.2 per 1,000 rate may seem abstract, it equates to a 0.72% chance of any resident being directly affected by crime in June. This context is critical for residents evaluating safety, as it highlights that while the area is relatively secure, the recent rise in certain crime types necessitates awareness and proactive measures. The comparison to the UK average also reinforces that Loughor’s overall safety is maintained through lower rates of violent and property crime, even as specific categories like anti-social behaviour remain high.