Loughor Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Loughor's December 2024 crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents placed it 57.7% below the UK average, reflecting the area's consistently low crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 50% of all recorded crimes, with 8 incidents reported, while public order offences made up 18.8% of the total. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, party season, and extended evenings—likely influenced these patterns. The lower-than-average violent crime rate may be partly explained by the area's compact, community-oriented layout, which could foster greater informal social control during festive periods. Conversely, the rise in public order offences, which exceeded the UK average by 33%, may be linked to increased foot traffic and social gatherings in the area's high streets and public spaces. The overall crime rate remains significantly below the UK average, a trend consistent with Loughor's position as a built-up area within Swansea that has historically maintained lower crime levels compared to larger urban centres. This data suggests that while seasonal factors can temporarily shift crime patterns, the area's structural characteristics and community dynamics appear to contribute to its long-term safety record.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in December 2024 was a 100% increase in vehicle crime, rising from zero to two incidents. This spike contrasts sharply with a 27.3% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 11 to 8 cases. The reduction in violent crime brought Loughor's rate for this category to 1.5 per 1,000 residents, 41% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Meanwhile, public order offences rose to 0.6 per 1,000 residents, 33% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local enforcement efforts. For residents, the 100% increase in vehicle crime may signal a need for heightened vigilance in car parks and driveways during the festive season.

Loughor's crime rate in December 2024 fell to 3.0 per 1,000 residents, a 23.8% decline from the previous month's 4.0 per 1,000. This drop aligns with the area's historical seasonal patterns, where festive periods and winter holidays often correlate with reduced crime activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in December, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 5,310 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 332 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. This statistic underscores Loughor's consistently low crime profile, particularly when compared to the national average of 7.1 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates how the area's compact size and community-focused environment may contribute to the manageable crime levels observed in December.