Vale of Glamorgan Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

July 2025 saw an unexpected spike in bicycle theft, rising by 50% compared to June, despite an overall crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents—25.6% below the UK average of 8.6. This anomaly contrasts with broader trends showing Vale of Glamorgan consistently outperforms national benchmarks in several categories. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 37.6% of all reported incidents, yet this rate (2.4 per 1,000) was 21% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also stood out, contributing 16.7% of total crimes, though its rate (1.1 per 1,000) was 29% below the UK figure. The area’s crime profile aligns with its character as a coastal district with a mix of urban and rural landscapes, where summer festivals and tourism likely drive temporary spikes in certain offences. However, the sharp increase in bicycle theft—despite the region’s generally low crime rates—raises questions about unsecured bike storage during peak tourist season. Seasonal factors, including extended daylight and outdoor events, may have contributed to this unexpected shift, though can be established without further data. The overall stability in property crime (268 incidents) and the marked decline in burglary (down 50% from June) suggest ongoing effectiveness in targeted policing strategies, particularly in residential areas.

July 2025 marked a 50% surge in bicycle theft, with incidents rising from 2 to 3—a stark contrast to the broader trend of declining vehicle crime (down 43.6% to 31 incidents). This increase, though small in absolute terms, stands out as the most dramatic month-on-month shift, potentially linked to unsecured bike storage during summer festivals. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply by 50%, from 96 to 144 incidents, reflecting the impact of prolonged school holidays and increased foot traffic in town centres. Meanwhile, burglary dropped by half, from 24 to 12 incidents, a decline consistent with Vale of Glamorgan’s historical performance in reducing property crime. The area’s violence and sexual offences rate (2.4 per 1,000) remained 21% below the UK average, a position reinforced by lower rates of drug-related crimes (64% below national levels) and other theft (27% below). These figures suggest that community-focused initiatives, such as public safety campaigns during peak tourist months, may be contributing to sustained reductions in certain categories. For residents, the sharp rise in bicycle theft highlights the importance of securing personal property during outdoor events, a practical insight directly supported by the data.

July 2025 saw the crime rate in Vale of Glamorgan rise by 3.4% from 6.1 to 6.4 per 1,000 residents compared to June, a modest increase that remains well below the UK average. Over the course of the month, this translated to roughly 28 crimes per day—a local figure that contextualises daily safety without comparison to national averages. On a population scale, one reported crime occurred for every 157 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the area’s relatively low exposure to crime despite the seasonal fluctuations. This figure, while slightly higher than June’s rate, still reflects a community with a strong record in maintaining public safety, particularly in categories like vehicle crime (49% below UK levels) and burglary (63% below). The comparison to the previous month highlights the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with temporary spikes in specific areas offset by sustained declines elsewhere. For context, the Vale of Glamorgan’s population of 135,743 means that the 862 total crimes reported in July represent a manageable proportion of daily life, though the sharp increase in bicycle theft serves as a reminder that targeted vigilance remains necessary during high-traffic periods.