Rhoose Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rhoose, a built-up area within the Vale of Glamorgan, recorded a crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents in July 2025 — 72.1% below the UK average of 8.6. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relative safety, though one category stands out: bicycle theft, which was 25% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This anomaly may reflect local factors, such as cycling infrastructure or seasonal tourism patterns. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (8 incidents, 36.4% of total), anti-social behaviour (6 incidents, 27.3%), and vehicle crime (2 incidents, 9.1%). These figures align with the summer season’s dynamics, when increased foot traffic and outdoor events may contribute to higher rates of public disorder and property crime. Violence and sexual offences were 70% below the UK average for this category, suggesting effective community policing or lower population density in key areas. Anti-social behaviour also remained significantly below the UK average (55% below), reflecting strong local engagement in community initiatives or proactive reporting by residents. Vehicle crime, though low, may be linked to transient populations or increased vehicle movement during the summer months. The overall crime rate’s sharp deviation from the UK average underscores Rhoose’s unique character as a relatively quiet, rural-adjacent area with limited exposure to high-density urban crime patterns. However, the bicycle theft anomaly warrants further attention, as it suggests a specific vulnerability that may require targeted measures.

July 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types. Anti-social behaviour surged by 100% month-on-month, rising from 3 to 6 incidents — a notable increase that may reflect the impact of summer festivals or unseasonably warm weather encouraging outdoor gatherings. Bicycle theft also doubled from 0 to 1 incident, marking a 100% increase. This rise, though small in absolute terms, is particularly striking as it places Rhoose’s rate 25% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, an outlier in an otherwise low-crime area. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell sharply by 68%, from 25 to 8 incidents, likely influenced by the summer break reducing opportunities for such crimes. Other crime and public order offences each dropped by 50%, possibly linked to increased community vigilance during the tourist season. The crime mix shifted slightly, with property crimes (vehicle crime, criminal damage, etc.) accounting for 27.3% of total incidents, compared to 36.4% for violent crimes. This balance suggests that while violent crimes remain the primary concern, property-related issues are growing in prominence. For residents, the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour is a key data point to monitor, as it may signal underlying tensions during peak summer activity.

Rhoose’s crime rate in July 2025 (2.4 per 1,000) marked a 53.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.1, reflecting a significant downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 31-day period — a local figure that provides context for residents. Monthly exposure to crime was 1-in-422 residents, meaning that statistically, each resident faced a low likelihood of being directly affected. This figure is particularly notable when compared to the UK average, where the overall crime rate is nearly four times higher. The population-scaled perspective highlights Rhoose’s status as a relatively safe area, though the 25% above-average rate for bicycle theft indicates a specific vulnerability. The previous month’s rate of 5.1 per 1,000 suggests that factors such as seasonal transitions, school holidays, or local events may have temporarily elevated crime levels. The sharp decline in July could be attributed to the summer’s peak tourist season, which may bring increased policing or community engagement. The daily and monthly figures underscore the importance of contextualizing crime data within the area’s unique demographic and geographic profile, which appears to be a low-density built-up area with limited exposure to urban crime drivers.