Vale of Glamorgan Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 135,743, Vale of Glamorgan recorded 833 crimes in June 2025, translating to a crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents. This rate is 24.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, marking one of the lowest rates in the region for this period. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (37.9% of total), followed closely by public order (11.5%) and anti-social behaviour (11.5%). These figures align with the area’s seasonal context: June, the start of summer, often sees increased foot traffic in town centres and coastal areas, which may contribute to public order incidents. Violence and sexual offences—though the most frequent category—were 20% below the UK average, suggesting local factors such as community policing or targeted interventions may be playing a role. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, was 51% below the UK average, reflecting the area’s relatively low levels of transient populations or effective local support networks. The overall crime mix leans heavily towards violent and disorderly crimes rather than property-related offences, a pattern consistent with a mixed urban-rural area where community engagement and local infrastructure may influence crime dynamics. As summer progresses, the interplay between tourism and local services could further shape these trends, though the current data does not yet indicate a significant shift beyond the seasonal baseline.

June 2025 saw a 150% increase in theft from the person, rising from 2 to 5 incidents—a sharp rise that may reflect heightened activity in public spaces during the summer months. Concurrently, vehicle crime increased by 31%, moving from 42 to 55 incidents, potentially linked to increased car usage or parking in high-traffic areas. These upward trends contrast with notable declines: bicycle theft fell by 50% (from 4 to 2), due to seasonal shifts in cycling patterns or improved security measures. Drug-related crimes also dropped by 41.7%, from 24 to 14, a reduction that may align with local efforts targeting illicit drug markets. Meanwhile, burglary decreased by 36.8%, from 38 to 24, suggesting continued effectiveness in property crime prevention strategies. A key insight for residents is the 24.7% gap between Vale of Glamorgan’s crime rate and the UK average, with several categories—such as public order (19% above UK average) and anti-social behaviour (51% below)—highlighting specific regional dynamics. The area’s violence and sexual offences rate, though dominant, remains 20% below the UK average, indicating a complex balance between local crime drivers and broader national trends.

The crime rate in Vale of Glamorgan dropped by 7.3% from 6.6 per 1,000 in May 2025 to 6.1 per 1,000 in June 2025, reflecting a sustained downward trend. On a daily basis, this translates to roughly 28 crimes reported each day, a figure that may feel more tangible for residents. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for every 163 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, while not negligible, is significantly lower than the UK average. With a population of 135,743, the 833 total crimes represent a rate that is 24.7% below the national benchmark, underscoring the area’s relatively safer profile. This comparison is particularly notable when considering the UK’s overall average, which includes urban centres with higher crime concentrations. The local context suggests that factors such as community cohesion, effective policing strategies, or demographic characteristics (such as a lower proportion of transient populations) may contribute to this disparity. However, the monthly exposure figure—1-in-163—provides a concrete sense of risk for residents, emphasizing that while the area is safer than average, crime remains a concern that requires ongoing attention. The interplay between population size and crime numbers also highlights the importance of localized data in understanding community safety.