Vale of Glamorgan Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The Vale of Glamorgan's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 21.6% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This positions the area as one of the safer local authority districts in the country, though the data reveals a combination of crime types and local factors. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of reported crimes (36%), followed by shoplifting (12.6%) and anti-social behaviour (10.5%). These figures align with patterns seen in mixed urban-rural areas, where retail hubs and social spaces contribute to specific crime profiles. Seasonal context also plays a role: September, with its back-to-school and university freshers period, may partly explain the prominence of violence and sexual offences, as well as the notable presence of shoplifting—potentially linked to increased foot traffic in high streets and retail zones. The area’s anti-social behaviour rate is 49% below the UK average, a contrast to the 15% above average for shoplifting, suggesting that local initiatives or environmental factors may be moderating certain types of crime. The overall rate, while lower than the UK average, reflects a balance between proactive policing, community engagement, and the geographical characteristics of the Vale of Glamorgan, which combines coastal towns, rural villages, and commuter suburbs. This combination of factors likely contributes to the area’s relatively low crime rate compared to more densely populated urban centres.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with several categories experiencing significant changes compared to August. Other theft increased by 58.6% (29 to 46), potentially reflecting seasonal retail activity or targeted thefts in areas with higher foot traffic. Shoplifting also rose by 36.1% (72 to 98), a trend that may be tied to the start of the academic year and increased shopping in town centres. Conversely, bicycle theft fell sharply by 60.0% (5 to 2), due to reduced summer activity or improved security measures. Anti-social behaviour dropped by 45.7% (151 to 82), a decrease that could indicate the effectiveness of local enforcement or the impact of seasonal changes in public spaces. The crime mix also shows divergence from UK averages: shoplifting is 15% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 49% below. This contrast highlights the Vale of Glamorgan’s unique profile, where retail-focused crime is elevated but disorder-related offences are suppressed. For residents, the significant rise in other theft—a category encompassing items like mobile phones and personal property—may warrant heightened awareness in communal areas and public transport hubs.

The Vale of Glamorgan’s crime rate in September 2025 (5.8 per 1,000) marked a 7.1% decrease from August’s rate of 6.2 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 26 crimes per day, a figure that, while specific to the Vale of Glamorgan, provides a tangible sense of local crime exposure. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 174 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the rate within the population. This exposure is lower than the UK average when considering the overall rate, though specific categories like shoplifting and public order offences show divergence. The population context also matters: with 135,743 residents, the Vale of Glamorgan’s crime statistics must be interpreted through the lens of its mixed urban-rural character. While the area’s overall rate is 21.6% below the UK average, the comparison to national figures underscores the influence of local factors, such as the presence of coastal towns with lower property crime rates and commuter suburbs with structured policing. The decline from August may be partially attributed to the transition into autumn, with reduced outdoor activity and the winding down of summer-related events. These dynamics illustrate how the Vale of Glamorgan’s crime picture, though generally safer than the UK average, remains shaped by seasonal rhythms and the interplay of its diverse communities.