Loughor Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Loughor’s crime rate in May 2024 stood at 3.6 per 1,000, placing it 57.1% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000 — a stark contrast to the national profile. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (31.6% of total crimes) and public order issues (21.1%), with anti-social behaviour (21.1%) closely following. While violent crime remains the largest category, its 25% month-on-month decline suggests a temporary dip, possibly linked to seasonal factors. May’s extended evenings and bank holidays likely contributed to increased socialising in public spaces, which may have driven the 300% surge in public order offences. This aligns with patterns observed in urban areas where outdoor activity peaks during warmer weather, often correlating with alcohol consumption and disputes. Anti-social behaviour’s doubling in May also reflects similar dynamics, though its rate remains 45% below the UK average. Vehicle crime, previously absent in April, emerged as a new concern, tied to increased car usage or parking activity in the built-up area. The low overall crime rate, despite these spikes, indicates Loughor’s relative safety compared to the UK, though residents should remain vigilant about public order and anti-social behaviour, which have shown marked increases.

Public order offences saw a dramatic 300% increase in May, rising from one to four incidents — the most significant jump in any category. Anti-social behaviour also doubled, and vehicle crime, previously unreported in April, rose to two incidents, marking a 100% increase. These spikes contrast with a 25% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which dropped from eight to six. While Loughor’s overall crime rate remains 57.1% below the UK average, public order offences are 27% above the UK’s 0.6 per 1,000, indicating a localised challenge. Residents should note that anti-social behaviour, though still 45% below the UK average, has doubled in May, suggesting heightened community tensions or increased social activity. The absence of violent crime increases may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as warmer weather reducing conflicts.

Loughor’s crime rate in May 2024 rose by 5.6% compared to April, reflecting a slight upward trend despite remaining significantly below the UK average. The monthly exposure figure indicates that, over the course of May, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 279 residents — a statistic that contextualises the low frequency of incidents in a localised sense. Daily crime counts show an average of one crime per day across the 31-day period, a figure that may appear small but underscores the sporadic nature of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the UK’s broader context, Loughor’s overall crime rate remains 57.1% below the national average of 8.4 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s relative safety. However, the slight increase from April suggests that local factors, such as seasonal activity or community dynamics, may be influencing current patterns. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that residents face a markedly lower risk of encountering crime than the national average. rise warrants cautious monitoring.