Vale of Glamorgan Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The Vale of Glamorgan recorded a crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 in March 2024, placing it 13% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This consistent gap from the national figure reflects a combination of local factors, including the area’s mix of urban and rural landscapes and potentially effective community policing strategies. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38.5% of all reported crimes (349 cases). This category was 3% below the UK average, a trend that may be influenced by the Vale of Glamorgan’s relatively lower population density and the presence of community-focused initiatives. Public order offences (119 cases) stood out as significantly higher than the UK average, with a 67% disparity. This could be linked to the area’s seasonal dynamics—March’s transition to spring, with longer evenings and changing social patterns, may contribute to increased public order challenges. Shoplifting (114 cases) was also 31% above the UK average, reflecting the presence of retail hubs or high-traffic areas. In contrast, anti-social behaviour (98 cases) was 40% below the UK average, a discrepancy that might be attributed to the Vale of Glamorgan’s smaller population and community engagement efforts. The overall crime rate, while showing a 20.6% increase from February, remains firmly below the UK average, suggesting that the area’s crime profile is shaped by both geographic and demographic factors. This data highlights the importance of continued localised strategies to address specific crime trends while maintaining the existing gap from national rates.

March 2024 saw a 100% increase in robbery, with four incidents reported after none were recorded in February. This surge, though small in absolute terms, highlights a sharp shift in violent crime trends. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 60% (from five to two cases), suggesting potential effectiveness of local anti-theft measures or seasonal factors. The crime mix also shifted significantly: violent crimes (349) now constitute 38.5% of total crimes, a 6.7 percentage point increase from the previous month. This rise in violence contrasts with a 37.5% decrease in other theft, which dropped from 16 to 10 cases. Public order offences (119) remained 67% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s mix of urban and rural environments. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour (98) was 40% below the UK average, possibly linked to the Vale of Glamorgan’s relatively lower population density and community-focused policing efforts.

The crime rate in the Vale of Glamorgan rose by 20.6% from February 2024 (5.5 per 1,000) to March 2024 (6.7 per 1,000), marking a notable upward shift despite the area remaining 13% below the UK average. Daily crime statistics show an average of 29 crimes per day in March, a figure that, while consistent with historical patterns, underscores the persistent presence of crime in the region. Over the course of March, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 150 residents—a monthly exposure rate that aligns with the area’s population density and distribution of services. This statistic, when viewed in conjunction with the local population of 135,743, illustrates the scale of crime relative to the community. The increase in the previous month may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as the transition to spring and extended evening hours, which could influence both criminal activity and policing priorities. However, the rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or environmental factors may be contributing to this sustained gap.