Barry (Vale of Glamorgan) Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Barry's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 8.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 9.1% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure underscores a consistent challenge in maintaining public safety within the built-up area of the Vale of Glamorgan. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.7% of all reported crimes—35% above the UK average. This dominance of violent crime may be influenced by the area's character as a coastal town with a mix of urban and industrial zones, where social interactions and public spaces can contribute to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 12.1% of reported crimes, while shoplifting and public order offences each contributed 11.7%. These latter categories, particularly public order offences, saw a significant increase compared to the UK average, with rates 89% higher. The seasonal context of October—marked by the clocks going back, darker evenings, and the approach of Halloween—likely played a role in shaping these patterns. The transition to shorter days may have increased the visibility of certain crimes, such as public order disturbances, while also creating conditions conducive to theft during festive events. Additionally, the overall crime rate reflects a broader trend of volatility in the area, with no single factor explaining the shifts. The data suggests that while violent crime remains a pressing concern, the interplay of seasonal factors and local dynamics continues to influence the crime picture in Barry.

The most dramatic month-on-month swing in October 2025 was a 200% increase in theft from the person, with incidents rising from one to three. This sharp rise, though still a small number, may be linked to Halloween-related activity, which typically sees spikes in opportunistic crimes. Concurrently, public order offences surged by 52.6%, jumping from 38 to 58, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 89%. This suggests heightened tensions or events in public spaces, possibly tied to seasonal factors such as the transition to darker evenings. In contrast, robbery fell by 80% (from five to one), a decline that may reflect improved policing efforts or reduced opportunities during the month. Violence and sexual offences remained a significant concern, with rates 35% above the UK average. This category alone accounted for 42.7% of all crimes, highlighting a persistent challenge in addressing violent crime in the area. These figures paint a complex picture where some categories see sharp increases while others show marked reductions.

Barry's crime rate in October 2025 rose to 8.4 per 1,000 residents, an 8.4% increase from the previous month's rate of 7.7. This marks a notable upward trend in the local crime picture. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 16 crimes per day, reflecting a consistent level of activity that residents may find concerning. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 120 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure to crime. With a population of 59,508, this rate suggests that while the overall numbers remain manageable, the upward shift from September to October warrants attention. The population-scaled perspective highlights that the increase is distributed across the community, rather than concentrated in specific areas. This context is crucial for understanding how the crime rate affects the average resident, particularly when compared to the UK average. The comparison to the previous month underscores the need for ongoing monitoring of local crime patterns.