Dinas Powis Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

December 2024 in Dinas Powis presented a crime profile characterised by a continuation of historically low rates, with the overall crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents placing the area 50.7% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects a consistent trend observed in the built-up area’s crime statistics, which have long positioned it as one of the safer communities within the Vale of Glamorgan. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, contributing 37.9% of all reported incidents, followed closely by criminal damage and arson (17.2%) and public order offences (17.2%). These figures, when contextualised within the seasonal rhythm of December—marked by extended evenings, holiday shopping, and social gatherings—suggest a combination of environmental factors and community dynamics. For instance, the prominence of violence and sexual offences may be partly explained by the increased presence of transient populations during the festive season, though the area’s overall low rate indicates effective local measures in mitigating more severe incidents. Similarly, the rise in public order offences could be linked to the influx of visitors and the associated strain on local resources, though the absence of major spikes in property crimes like vehicle theft or burglary suggests that the area’s infrastructure and community cohesion continue to act as deterrents. This month’s data reaffirms Dinas Powis’s position as a relatively safe environment, but also underscores the need for vigilance during periods of heightened activity.

December 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns within Dinas Powis, with three categories experiencing significant changes. Other theft increased by 100% compared to the previous month, rising from zero to three incidents—a sharp uptick that may reflect heightened retail activity during the Christmas shopping period. Similarly, possession of weapons also doubled, moving from zero to two reports, a figure that, while small, warrants attention given the 233% gap above the UK average for this category. Public order offences rose by 25%, from four to five incidents, possibly linked to increased social gatherings during the festive season. In contrast, anti-social behaviour decreased by 33.3%, falling from three to two reports—a decline that may indicate successful local initiatives or seasonal factors reducing public disturbances. Violent crimes, which accounted for 37.9% of all incidents, remained 49% below the UK average, suggesting that Dinas Powis continues to experience lower rates of violent crime compared to the national picture. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime trends and the need for continued monitoring.

The crime rate in Dinas Powis for December 2024 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 3.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.6 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, aligns with a broader trend observed in the built-up area’s historical data. Over the course of December, the average daily crime count was approximately one reported incident per day, reflecting a low-frequency pattern consistent with smaller communities. When scaled to the population of 8,268, this translates to roughly one crime occurring for every 285 residents during the month, a figure that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime compared to larger urban centres. This monthly exposure metric provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, suggesting that most individuals in Dinas Powis are unlikely to encounter crime directly. The rate remains significantly below the UK average, but the month-on-month fluctuation highlights the importance of tracking local trends alongside national benchmarks to identify emerging patterns or shifts in community safety.