Loughor Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Loughor’s crime rate in April 2024 was 3.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 55.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s generally low crime profile, which is consistent with its status as a built-up area within Swansea, where urban planning and community engagement may contribute to safer conditions. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.4% of all reported incidents, though this rate remains 41% below the UK average. The second and third most frequent categories were ‘other crime’ and ‘anti-social behaviour,’ each contributing 11.1% to the total. These figures suggest a mix of crime types that may reflect the area’s demographic characteristics and local dynamics. For example, the lower-than-average rate of violence and sexual offences could be attributed to community policing efforts or the influence of local institutions such as schools and businesses that foster a sense of safety. Seasonal factors also appear to play a role, as April’s Easter period and spring weather may have encouraged more outdoor activity, reducing opportunities for certain crimes while increasing visibility in public spaces. However, the rise in ‘other crime’—which includes fraud and cybercrime—raises questions about the need for greater awareness around digital security, particularly as online interactions become more integral to daily life. The overall crime rate, while low, underscores the importance of maintaining vigilance and continuing to invest in community-based initiatives that support long-term safety.

April 2024 saw significant decreases in anti-social behaviour, public order offences, and criminal damage and arson, with reductions of 71.4%, 66.7%, and 50.0% respectively compared to March. These declines may reflect the impact of Easter-related community activities or increased police presence during the holiday period. Conversely, other crime, drugs, and other theft each rose by 100.0%, indicating emerging trends that warrant closer attention. Violence and sexual offences remained 41% below the UK average at 1.5 per 1,000, suggesting that Loughor continues to perform well in this category despite the rise in other crime types. The increase in ‘other crime’—a category that includes fraud and cybercrime—may signal a growing need for public awareness around digital security, particularly as remote work and online shopping become more prevalent in the area.

Loughor’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 3.4 per 1,000 residents, marking a 37.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of spring, when increased daylight and warmer weather may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s generally safe environment. When scaled to the population of 5,310, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 295 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which suggests that Loughor’s residents may face fewer crime-related risks compared to the national context. The reduction in crime also contrasts with the previous month’s data, where anti-social behaviour and public order offences were more prevalent, indicating a shift in crime dynamics that may be influenced by local initiatives or seasonal changes.