Vale of Glamorgan Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in the Vale of Glamorgan during December 2025, accounting for 41.6% of all reported crimes. This category, which recorded 299 incidents at a rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents, was 14% below the UK average for the same category. The prominence of violent crime may be partly explained by the area’s mix of urban and rural characteristics, where community interactions and seasonal gatherings could contribute to higher reported incidents. Shoplifting and public order offences followed as the next most common categories, with the latter exceeding the UK average by 36%. This discrepancy suggests that areas within the Vale of Glamorgan with high foot traffic, such as town centres or event venues, may experience elevated public order challenges during the holiday season. The overall crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents placed the Vale of Glamorgan 24.3% below the UK average, a position that reflects consistent efforts in policing and community engagement. Seasonal factors, including the Christmas shopping peak and extended dark evenings, likely influenced the crime profile, with some categories seeing increased activity while others, such as drug-related offences, declined. The interplay between local demographics, urban infrastructure, and seasonal rhythms continues to shape the area’s crime picture, necessitating adaptive strategies to address emerging patterns.

December 2025 witnessed notable shifts in crime trends, with vehicle crime increasing by 32.0% compared to November, reflecting potential changes in transport patterns during the festive season. This rise contrasts sharply with a 37.5% decline in drug-related offences, a drop that may indicate reduced illicit activity during the holiday period. Public order offences also rose by 36% above the UK average, suggesting heightened tensions in areas with high foot traffic or nightlife activity. Meanwhile, bicycle theft saw a 33.3% increase, possibly linked to increased holiday travel or unsecured bikes in retail zones. The most significant decrease was in possession of weapons, which fell by 33.3%, a reduction that could be attributed to seasonal law enforcement initiatives or decreased public gatherings. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in the area, with month-on-month changes revealing both risks and opportunities for targeted interventions.

The crime rate in the Vale of Glamorgan for December 2025 stood at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, a decrease of 8.8% compared to the previous month’s rate of 5.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as the month’s relatively lower crime density may reflect reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings and holiday-related closures. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 23 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of December, one reported crime occurred for every 189 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average. This statistic underscores the area’s relative safety, particularly when considering the high proportion of violent crimes reported compared to other categories. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that the Vale of Glamorgan’s crime profile, while influenced by seasonal factors, maintains a consistent deviation from national trends, with property crimes and violent offences forming distinct patterns that diverge from UK-wide averages.