Vale of Glamorgan Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

August 2025 saw the Vale of Glamorgan maintain its position as one of the UK’s safest areas, with a crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents — 23.5% below the national average of 8.1. This continued trend reflects the area’s broader pattern of consistently lower crime rates compared to the UK. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 35.2% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.0%) and public order offences (12.4%). The seasonal context of August — a peak holiday month with increased tourism and temporary absences from homes — likely contributed to the 26% annual burglary rate being 26% below the UK average, despite a sharp 116.7% month-on-month increase in reported burglaries. This paradox may stem from heightened police visibility during holidays, combined with temporary property vacancies. Meanwhile, the dominance of violent crime over property crime (violence: 296 vs property: 244) suggests a demographic or geographic factor, such as the area’s mix of urban centres and rural communities where interpersonal conflicts may be more common. The 12.4% share of public order offences, which is 38% above the UK average, could reflect the area’s coastal and tourist infrastructure, where noise complaints or disorderly conduct are more frequent. These patterns underscore the Vale of Glamorgan’s unique crime profile, shaped by its geography, population distribution, and seasonal rhythms.

August 2025 brought stark contrasts in crime trends, with burglary surging 116.7% month-on-month from 12 to 26 incidents, a sharp rise that defies the area’s overall downward trajectory. This spike, though still 26% below the UK average, may be linked to August’s seasonal context — the peak holiday period when empty homes and increased foot traffic in tourist areas create vulnerabilities. Conversely, theft from the person plummeted 60.0% to just 2 incidents, possibly due to heightened awareness during summer or increased police patrols. Other notable shifts included a 66.7% rise in bicycle theft (3 to 5) and a 60.0% increase in robbery (5 to 8), both of which may reflect the area’s growing cycling infrastructure and summer shopping activity. On the other hand, anti-social behaviour fell 25% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the Vale of Glamorgan’s generally lower levels of disorder compared to other regions. The most significant UK comparison was in public order offences, which were 38% higher than the national average — a discrepancy that may be explained by the area’s coastal towns and tourist hubs, where public spaces are more densely used. These fluctuations highlight the combination of local demographics, seasonal factors, and policing strategies in shaping crime patterns.

The Vale of Glamorgan’s August 2025 crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents marked a 2.5% decline from July’s 6.4, continuing a trend of gradual improvement relative to the UK average. Over the course of the month, this translated to 840 crimes — approximately 27 per day — a figure that, while significant, remains 23.5% below the UK’s 8.1 per 1,000. When scaled to the area’s population of 135,743, this means one reported crime occurred for roughly every 162 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the national average. The comparison to previous months reveals a nuanced picture: while property crimes (244) and violent crimes (296) remained broadly balanced, the sharp rise in burglary (26 incidents) highlights a vulnerability not fully captured by the overall rate. This underscores the importance of looking beyond aggregated figures — for instance, the 116.7% increase in burglaries, though still 26% below the UK average, may signal localized risks such as unoccupied homes during the summer holidays. The daily crime count of 27 also provides context for residents: it equates to roughly one crime every 4.5 hours, a statistic that, while not alarmingly high, illustrates the need for continued vigilance. These comparisons reinforce the Vale of Glamorgan’s generally safer profile but also reveal the potential for sudden shifts in specific crime categories.