Vale of Glamorgan Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 135,743, Vale of Glamorgan recorded 926 crimes in June 2023, equating to a crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 20.0% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, a notable divergence that reflects local characteristics. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 35.5% of all reported incidents (329 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.3%) and public order offences (11.0%). These figures align with the area’s mix of coastal and rural environments, where seasonal factors such as the start of summer and increased tourism may influence crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences in the Vale of Glamorgan were 18% below the UK average, consistent with the area’s relatively lower population density and potentially more community-oriented policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour, while slightly above the UK average, may be linked to the social dynamics of local communities during the summer months. Public order offences, which were 19% above the UK average, could be connected to increased foot traffic in popular tourist areas during June. The overall crime rate suggests a generally safer environment compared to the national average, though specific categories like public order require further contextual analysis. The data underscores the importance of understanding how local geography and seasonal rhythms interact with crime trends, offering insights that go beyond raw numbers to reflect the lived experience of residents.

June 2023 saw distinct shifts in crime patterns, with possession of weapons increasing by 200.0% (from 2 to 6 incidents) and burglary rising by 42.1% (19 to 27). These increases may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the longer days of summer potentially altering criminal activity patterns or heightened visibility of illicit items. Conversely, other crime decreased sharply by 76.5% (from 17 to 4 incidents), while bicycle theft dropped by 75.0% (from 8 to 2), reflecting reduced outdoor activity during the early summer months or improved security measures. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category at 35.5% of total crimes, but this rate was 18% below the UK average, a difference that could be attributed to the Vale of Glamorgan’s lower population density and more stable community structures. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 22.3% of all crimes, was only 1% above the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or environmental factors may be mitigating some aspects of antisocial conduct. The sharp rise in possession of weapons, however, deserves closer attention, as this category was 100% below the UK average in previous months but surged in June. Residents may find the 31 daily crimes reported in June (based on a 30-day average) a useful benchmark for understanding local crime frequency in relation to their daily lives.

The crime rate in June 2023 (6.8 per 1,000) marked a 10.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.2 per 1,000, indicating a modest upward trend. Over the course of June, this translated to roughly 31 crimes per day, a figure that provides context for residents assessing local safety on a daily basis. On a monthly scale, one reported crime occurred for every 147 residents, a ratio that highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in relation to the area’s population size. This 1-in-147 statistic is particularly meaningful when compared to the UK average, as it underscores the Vale of Glamorgan’s position as a safer area overall. However, the month-on-month increase suggests that local conditions—such as the start of the summer season and increased tourism—may have temporarily influenced crime dynamics. The 10.7% rise in the crime rate does not necessarily indicate a long-term shift, but it does prompt consideration of how seasonal transitions and visitor numbers might interact with crime trends. For instance, the higher rate of public order offences (19% above the UK average) could be linked to the influx of tourists during June, which may contribute to more incidents in public spaces. These comparisons offer a nuanced perspective, showing that while the Vale of Glamorgan remains generally safer than the UK average, specific months or conditions can create temporary fluctuations that require attention.