Loughor Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Loughor's crime profile in January 2025, accounting for nearly half of all reported incidents. At 4.0 per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate was 43.7% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a marked divergence that suggests unique local factors at play. This contrast with national trends is particularly evident in categories like anti-social behaviour, where Loughor's rate was 80% below the UK average, and in vehicle crime, where the area exceeded the UK average by 46%. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period marked by shorter days and reduced retail footfall—likely contributes to the observed patterns. While violent crime remained the primary driver, the balance between property and violent crimes shifted slightly, with property crimes comprising just 33% of the total. This may reflect the area's built-up character and the influence of local infrastructure on crime dynamics. The relatively low overall rate, despite the rise in vehicle crime, indicates that Loughor's crime picture remains distinct from broader UK trends, with specific local conditions shaping the profile. These factors, combined with the area's proximity to Swansea and its own unique demographic makeup, create a crime environment that requires tailored analysis rather than generalisations.

Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant crime category in January, comprising 47.6% of total incidents. This was 24% below the UK average for this category, suggesting a potentially safer environment for residents in this area compared to national trends. Month-on-month increases were recorded in anti-social behaviour (+100%), other theft (+100%), and vehicle crime (+50%), indicating a shift in crime patterns during the post-holiday period. Public order offences exceeded the UK average by 30%, a figure that may reflect local dynamics such as community interactions or enforcement priorities. The rise in vehicle crime, now at 0.6 per 1,000 residents, is 46% above the UK average, a discrepancy that could be linked to Loughor's built-up character and potential parking challenges. These findings contrast with the significant 80% lower rate of anti-social behaviour in Loughor compared to the UK, a difference that may be attributed to local initiatives or demographic factors.

Loughor's crime rate rose by 31.2% from 3.0 to 4.0 per 1,000 residents in January 2025 compared to the previous month. While this increase is notable, the daily crime context remains low: 21 total crimes spread over 31 days equate to roughly one crime per day. This frequency translates to a monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for every 253 residents, a figure that underscores the relatively low risk profile of the area compared to national averages. The population context further illustrates this: with 5,310 residents, even the smallest shifts in crime patterns are amplified in a built-up area like Loughor. The rise in vehicle crime and public order offences, while significant, remains below the UK average for most categories. This suggests that while local factors may be influencing certain crime types, broader systemic trends in the UK are not mirrored here. The contrast between Loughor's 80% lower anti-social behaviour rate compared to the UK average and its 46% higher vehicle crime rate highlights the need for targeted interventions in specific domains.