Rhoose Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2023, Rhoose's crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents places it 46.2% below the UK average, underscoring the area's relatively low risk profile. This figure translates to a daily crime rate of roughly 1 incident per day, a metric that offers a concrete sense of frequency for local residents. The most common crime type was 'Violence and sexual offences', accounting for 42.5% of all reported incidents. This category remains 33% below the UK average, a pattern consistent with Rhoose's broader safety record. 'Criminal damage and arson' followed, making up 17.5% of crimes, though this rate is 27% above the UK average. The seasonal context of October—darker evenings and Halloween—likely plays a role in the increased reports of property-related offences, as reduced visibility and heightened community activity may contribute to such incidents. 'Other crime' rose sharply, reflecting a category that includes unclassified offences and may highlight gaps in reporting or local patterns. The area's crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, with violent crime significantly lower and property crime showing mixed trends. These figures suggest that while Rhoose is generally safe, specific categories warrant closer attention, particularly in light of seasonal factors. The low overall rate, combined with the area's character as a built-up region within Vale of Glamorgan, indicates that local initiatives or environmental factors may be contributing to its safety record, though further analysis is needed to confirm causal links.

October 2023 saw a 200% increase in 'Other crime' cases, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This category, which includes unclassified offences, now constitutes 7.5% of all crimes reported. Concurrently, 'Criminal damage and arson' surged by 133.3%, jumping from 3 to 7 cases—a sharp contrast to the UK average, which is 27% below Rhoose's rate for this category. The rise in property-related offences coincides with October's seasonal context: darker evenings and Halloween, which may contribute to increased vandalism. Meanwhile, violent crime fell by 19%, with 'Violence and sexual offences' decreasing from 21 to 17 cases. This category remains 33% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Rhoose's overall safety profile. The 100% increase in vehicle crime—from 0 to 2 incidents—suggests a potential shift in local patterns, though the small sample size limits definitive conclusions. Residents might consider this data when assessing risks around parked vehicles during the month.

Rhoose's crime rate in October 2023 rose 14.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.8 to 4.3 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the overall rate remains 46.2% below the UK average, highlighting the area's continued relative safety. On a daily basis, 1 crime was reported across the 31 days, equating to roughly one incident per day. This figure provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents, though it does not account for variations in reporting patterns or unreported incidents. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 232 residents, a metric that contextualises risk in terms of population exposure. This monthly aggregate suggests that the likelihood of encountering crime is low, even with the recent uptick. The population of 9,276 means that individual risk remains dispersed, though the shift in crime types—particularly the rise in 'Other crime'—warrants attention to local patterns that may not align with broader UK trends.