Vale of Glamorgan Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 135,743 residents, Vale of Glamorgan recorded 926 crimes in June 2023, equating to 6.8 crimes per 1,000 people—a rate 20% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This performance underscores the area’s relative safety, though the data reveals a complex picture shaped by seasonal and geographic factors. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 35.5% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.3%) and public order offences (11.0%). These figures align with the start of summer, when increased social activity, longer daylight hours, and the onset of tourism in coastal and rural areas may contribute to higher levels of public interaction and associated risks. The UK comparison highlights specific strengths: violent crime rates were 18% below the national average, and offences such as drug-related incidents, burglary, and vehicle crime were significantly lower, by 52%, 38%, and 36% respectively. However, public order offences were 19% above the UK average, suggesting challenges in managing community spaces during peak season. The mix of crime types reflects the area’s character as a coastal and rural district with a mix of urban centres and open spaces, where violent crime may be influenced by local demographics and seasonal tourism patterns, while property crimes remain relatively low compared to more densely populated urban areas.

June saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with possession of weapons increasing by 200% compared to May, rising from 2 to 6 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened tensions during the summer months or increased police focus on such offences. Theft from the person also rose by 66.7%, from 3 to 5 cases, a change that could be tied to the start of the tourist season and more foot traffic in public spaces. Conversely, other crime fell sharply by 76.5%, from 17 to 4 cases, due to seasonal changes in illegal activity or improved community reporting. The category of burglary rose by 42.1%, from 19 to 27, a trend that may be linked to increased home occupancy during the summer or targeted activity in specific areas. Violent crimes remained the largest category, accounting for 35.5% of all reported incidents, and were 18% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also showed distinct trends, with the former matching the UK average and the latter surpassing it by 19%, highlighting local challenges in managing public spaces during peak season.

The crime rate in June 2023 rose by 10.7% compared to May, moving from 6.2 to 6.8 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns during the summer months. On average, 31 crimes were reported daily in Vale of Glamorgan during June—a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 147 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides context for local residents, showing that while crime remains relatively low compared to the UK average, it is not static. The population of 135,743 means that each resident faces a slightly higher risk of being directly affected by crime than in the previous month, though still significantly lower than the national average. The rise in violent crimes and public order offences may be linked to the longer days and increased social activity typical of June, particularly in coastal and rural areas where tourism begins to pick up. However, the drop in vehicle crime and bicycle theft suggests that some seasonal trends, such as reduced car usage or increased security measures, may be influencing these categories.