Dinas Powis Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The built-up area of Dinas Powis reported a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents in November 2023, a figure that places it 46.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the national trend is notable, particularly given the area’s relatively small population of 8,268. The most striking development was the surge in shoplifting, which accounted for 33.3% of all crimes recorded, a significant increase from 4 to 11 incidents—a 175% rise over the previous month. This sharp uptick in property-related crime stands in contrast to the area’s generally low violent crime rate, which remained at 11 incidents, 50% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. The seasonal context of November, with its shorter daylight hours and events like Bonfire Night, may have contributed to the spike in shoplifting, as retailers face heightened pressure during the pre-Christmas shopping period. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences saw modest declines, reflecting a combination of community engagement and local enforcement efforts. The data illustrates a built-up area where crime patterns are shaped by both seasonal rhythms and the unique characteristics of its retail and residential environments, with property crime emerging as a focal point for local authorities.

November 2023 saw a dramatic 175% increase in shoplifting incidents, rising from 4 to 11 cases. This surge, which accounted for 33.3% of all recorded crimes, contrasts sharply with the UK average for shoplifting, which stood at 0.6 per 1,000 residents. The spike may be linked to pre-Christmas retail activity and the timing of Black Friday promotions, which often draw larger crowds to local stores. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 40% compared to October, dropping from 5 to 3 incidents, a decline that could reflect the impact of heightened police presence during Bonfire Night events. Violent crimes remained at 11, a decrease of 8.3% from the previous month, and continued to be 50% below the UK average, suggesting a consistent trend of lower violent crime in this area. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, influenced by both seasonal factors and community-specific dynamics.

Dinas Powis recorded a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents in November 2023, marking a 2.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.1 per 1,000. This slight decline aligns with broader trends observed in November, a month historically influenced by shorter daylight hours and seasonal events like Bonfire Night. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, reflecting a relatively low-frequency pattern compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the local population of 8,268, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 251 residents, a figure that underscores the area’s overall safety relative to national averages. While this metric provides context for individual residents, it does not account for variations in crime types or their distribution across different neighbourhoods within the built-up area.