Vale of Glamorgan Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 saw the Vale of Glamorgan maintain a crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents, 22.4% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime levels in the area, particularly in property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.5% of all reported crimes, followed by shoplifting (17.5%) and anti-social behaviour (14.3%). These patterns align with the area’s seasonal dynamics: the onset of darker evenings and the proximity of Bonfire Night likely contributed to heightened concerns around public safety. Black Friday shopping activity may have also influenced shoplifting rates, though the overall drop in property crime compared to the UK average suggests effective local policing or community engagement strategies. The area’s crime profile remains dominated by violent and public order offences, which are typically associated with urban centres with active nightlife and social hubs. However, the Vale of Glamorgan’s relatively low burglary and vehicle crime rates—68% and 55% below UK averages respectively—suggest that residential and commercial areas benefit from robust security measures or lower population density. While the crime rate remains stable, the seasonal context of November—marked by shorter days and festive events—may influence future trends, requiring continued monitoring of patterns in violent crime and anti-social behaviour.

The most striking month-on-month change in November 2024 was a 200% surge in bicycle theft, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This dramatic increase, though small in absolute terms, could be linked to the start of the winter season, when cyclists may be more likely to leave bikes unattended in public spaces. Concurrently, robbery cases doubled from 1 to 2, influenced by the same seasonal factors. Other crime also rose sharply by 61.5%, from 13 to 21, suggesting a broader uptick in low-level incidents that may not be immediately tied to specific events. Conversely, burglary fell by 44.1% compared to October, with the number of incidents dropping from 34 to 19. This decline may reflect the impact of increased police patrols or community initiatives during the festive period. Possession of weapons also decreased by 37.5%, from 8 to 5, indicating a reduction in knife crime linked to local enforcement efforts. Shoplifting rates remained significantly above the UK average (45% higher), highlighting ongoing challenges in retail areas. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour was 28% below the UK average, reflecting the area’s lower population density or stronger community cohesion. These shifts underscore the combination of seasonal factors, local policing, and the area’s unique characteristics.

The Vale of Glamorgan’s crime rate in November 2024 (5.9 per 1,000) was a 5.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.2 per 1,000, marking a downward trend over the autumn period. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 27 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, remains relevant to residents concerned about personal safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 170 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable areas. This statistic, when contextualised against the local population of 135,743, suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime on a regular basis. However, the disparity in crime types compared to the UK average—such as the 45% higher shoplifting rate—indicates that certain sectors of the community, particularly retail workers and businesses, may face higher risks. The drop in burglary and vehicle crime, which were 68% and 55% below UK averages respectively, suggests that the area’s residential and commercial zones are relatively secure. This could be attributed to a combination of effective local policing, community engagement, and the area’s geographical characteristics, which may include lower population density or better infrastructure for crime prevention.