Dinas Powis Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,268, 28 crimes were reported in Dinas Powis in October 2024, translating to a crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents—58% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure places the area among the safest in Wales, though the low rate is not without nuance. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 25% of all incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (21.4%) and shoplifting (21.4%). These patterns may reflect the area’s character as a smaller built-up community within the Vale of Glamorgan, where public spaces are more closely monitored and social interactions are often more familiar. The prevalence of anti-social behaviour, while below the UK average, suggests that local challenges such as youth activity or housing pressures may still require attention. Meanwhile, shoplifting’s share of crimes aligns with the presence of retail outlets, though its rate (0.7 per 1,000) is 3% below the UK average. October’s seasonal context—darker evenings, Halloween, and the clocks going back—likely influenced crime patterns, with increased visibility of anti-social behaviour during shorter daylight hours and a possible rise in vehicle crime due to heightened traffic during festive events. However, the overall low crime rate may also be attributed to the area’s relatively low population density and the effectiveness of local policing strategies in maintaining community safety.

October 2024 marked a 100% increase in vehicle crime, with one incident reported after none in September. This rise, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal patterns, such as increased vehicle use during darker evenings or Halloween-related activity. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 20%, though they remained 74% below the UK average. This increase could be linked to Halloween events or the transition to shorter days, which may alter social dynamics in local public spaces. Conversely, public order offences fell by 50%, likely due to reduced alcohol-related incidents during the month. Burglary also dropped by 50%, from two to one incident, a decline consistent with the area’s generally low property crime rates. Anti-social behaviour, the most frequent category, was 30% below the UK average, suggesting that community-focused policing or local initiatives may be effectively addressing disruptive activity.

October 2024 saw a 22.1% decrease in Dinas Powis’ crime rate, dropping from 4.4 to 3.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader trends observed in the Vale of Glamorgan, where smaller built-up areas often experience lower crime rates compared to larger urban centres. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in October—a figure that, while consistent with historical averages, underscores the relatively low volume of incidents in a community of 8,268 people. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 295 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Dinas Powis well below the UK average. This statistic reflects the area’s compact nature and potentially stronger community cohesion, factors that may contribute to lower crime visibility despite seasonal fluctuations. While the drop from the previous month is notable, the overall rate remains 58% below the UK average, highlighting a persistent trend of lower-than-expected crime levels in this part of Wales.