Rhoose Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Rhoose, a built-up area within the Vale of Glamorgan, continues to demonstrate a crime profile markedly safer than the national average. With a crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents in February 2026, the area is 59.4% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This divergence from the national picture reflects a combination of local characteristics and seasonal patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 54.2% of all reported crimes (13 incidents), followed by public order offences (3) and criminal damage and arson (3). These figures contrast with the UK averages for similar categories, where violence and sexual offences are 40% higher and public order offences are 27% higher. The low overall crime rate may partly explain the area’s relatively quiet winter month, with limited outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull in social events. While violent crime remains the most common category, the absence of property crime spikes—such as burglary or vehicle theft—suggests that Rhoose’s compact built-up area and lower population density may reduce opportunities for such offences. The seasonal context of February, typically marked by colder weather and reduced foot traffic in non-essential retail, likely contributes to the subdued crime environment. However, the persistent presence of violence and sexual offences indicates a need for targeted local initiatives, though the absence of specific programmes in the data means further analysis is required. The area’s crime profile illustrates a unique balance between urban and rural characteristics, where limited commercial activity and a small population create a distinct micro-environment for crime dynamics.

February 2026 saw notable shifts in crime patterns within Rhoose, with public order offences surging by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and criminal damage and arson doubling (from 0 to 3). These increases contrast with a 50% reduction in anti-social behaviour (from 2 to 1) and a 33% decline in other theft (from 3 to 2). The rise in public order offences may reflect heightened tensions during winter months, though the exact drivers remain unclear without additional contextual data. Violent crime remained the most significant category, with 13 incidents (54.2% of total crimes), 40% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.3 per 1,000). This gap is even starker for anti-social behaviour, which in Rhoose was 89% below the UK average (0.1 vs 0.9 per 1,000). The absence of property crime spikes—such as burglary or vehicle theft—contrasts with the UK average, where burglary is 60% higher (0.2 vs 0.1 per 1,000). These patterns suggest that Rhoose’s built-up area, with its limited commercial and residential density, may inherently reduce opportunities for property-related crimes. However, the increase in criminal damage and arson raises questions about potential local factors, such as targeted vandalism or seasonal maintenance issues. Residents may find the 89% reduction in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it aligns with broader trends of lower public disorder in smaller communities during winter months.

Rhoose’s crime rate in February 2026 (2.6 per 1,000) represents a 26.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 2.1 per 1,000. This upward trend, though modest, suggests a gradual rise in local crime activity that may be influenced by seasonal factors. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 1 crime per day in February, a figure that, while low, highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of 9,276 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 387 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, though the exact national figure is not provided for comparative purposes. When contextualised within the area’s population, this rate underscores the relative safety of Rhoose, where crime remains a rare occurrence compared to larger urban centres. The previous month’s rate (2.1 per 1,000) and the current month’s rate (2.6 per 1,000) suggest a steady but not alarming trend, potentially linked to seasonal transitions as February gives way to the more active spring months. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that Rhoose’s small size amplifies the impact of even minor changes in crime rates, making local initiatives and community engagement crucial for maintaining the current low levels. While the 26.3% month-on-month increase is notable, it remains within the bounds of normal seasonal fluctuations for a built-up area with limited commercial and social activity.