Vale of Glamorgan Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The Vale of Glamorgan's crime rate in August 2025 remained lower than the UK average, with a total rate of 6.2 crimes per 1,000 residents — 23.5% below the national figure of 8.1. This continues a pattern observed in recent months, reflecting the area's generally lower crime profile compared to other parts of the UK. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, comprising 35.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.0%) and public order offences (12.4%). These figures align with the Vale of Glamorgan's character as a coastal and rural district with a mix of urban centres and open spaces, where public order issues and interpersonal disputes are more prevalent than property crimes. Seasonal factors may also play a role, as August is a peak holiday month in the region, with increased tourism and temporary vacancies in homes potentially influencing burglary rates. However, the overall crime rate remains firmly below the UK average, with violent crime rates in particular showing a 23% deficit compared to the national benchmark. This suggests that local policing strategies, community engagement initiatives, or the area's geographical features — such as its relatively low population density and spread-out communities — may contribute to the lower levels of violent crime. The data also highlights a distinct contrast between the Vale of Glamorgan and other UK regions in terms of crime distribution, with public order offences and anti-social behaviour forming a larger share of the total than the UK average, which may reflect local social dynamics or policing priorities.

August 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns across the Vale of Glamorgan. Burglary rates surged by 116.7% compared to July, rising from 12 to 26 incidents — a stark increase that may be linked to the summer holiday season, when properties are more likely to be unoccupied. Bicycle theft also rose sharply, with a 66.7% increase from 3 to 5 reported cases, potentially reflecting increased cycling activity during warmer weather or vulnerabilities in local bike storage infrastructure. Robbery rates climbed by 60.0%, from 5 to 8 incidents, though this remains a relatively low figure compared to the UK average for this category. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 60.0%, dropping from 5 to 2 cases, suggesting possible improvements in public awareness or security measures. Other theft rates also declined, with a 40.8% reduction from 49 to 29 incidents — a trend that may be attributed to local initiatives or seasonal factors. The Vale of Glamorgan's violent crime rate (2.2 per 1,000) is 23% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour rates (1.1 per 1,000) are 25% below the national figure. However, public order offences (0.8 per 1,000) are 38% above the UK average, indicating a unique challenge in this category. These variations highlight the combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with the area's coastal geography and seasonal tourism likely influencing specific crime types.

The Vale of Glamorgan's crime rate in August 2025 fell by 2.5% compared to July, dropping from 6.4 to 6.2 per 1,000 residents — a slight but consistent decline that underscores the area's generally stable crime profile. On a daily basis, the region recorded approximately 27 crimes per day in August, a figure that provides context for residents seeking to understand local safety levels. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 162 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains well below the UK average when considering the Vale of Glamorgan's population of 135,743. This statistic, while purely local, offers a tangible measure of crime frequency for individuals living in the area. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the Vale of Glamorgan's crime rate is low relative to its size, with violent crime rates (2.2 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour rates (1.1 per 1,000) both significantly below the UK average. These figures suggest that the area's geographic and demographic characteristics — including its mix of rural and coastal communities — may contribute to its lower crime rates compared to more densely populated urban centres. While the overall trend is downward, the increase in burglary and public order offences highlights the need for targeted policing or community engagement strategies in specific areas of the Vale of Glamorgan.