The total recorded crimes in Riverside, Cardiff, UK in May 2025 are around 178 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Riverside crime rate of 0.71 per 1,000 population.
It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Riverside, encompassing approximately 251,494 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Riverside, we need to analyze Riverside crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Cardiff:
In 2024, Riverside reported a higher crime volume than the Cardiff average, with 2,656 crimes compared to 1,964. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Riverside witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 27 other areas in the Cardiff.
In 2023, Riverside experienced a greater number of crimes than the Cardiff average, with 2,575 crimes compared to 1,793. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Riverside witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 27 other areas in the Cardiff.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Cardiff, Riverside has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In May 2025 the Riverside has recorded 178 crimes with crime rate of 3.01 ranking 8th out of 27 in the Cardiff, UK
In 2024, the total Riverside crimes were 2,656. The crime rate of Riverside in 2024 was 32.05 (year) or 2.67 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Cardiff.
In 2023, the total crimes in Riverside were around 2,575 crimes with yearly crime rate of 29.10 (year) or 2.43 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Cardiff.
Area | May 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
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Crimes | Rank (Riverside) | Crimes | Rank (Riverside) | Crimes | Rank (Riverside) | |
Cathays | 601 | 1 | 9,209 | 1 | 5,953 | 1 |
Adamsdown | 381 | 2 | 5,058 | 3 | 5,023 | 2 |
Butetown | 328 | 3 | 5,530 | 2 | 5,000 | 3 |
Grangetown | 232 | 5 | 2,896 | 4 | 2,794 | 4 |
Penylan | 235 | 4 | 2,530 | 7 | 2,426 | 7 |
Plasnewydd | 169 | 10 | 2,817 | 5 | 2,705 | 5 |
Trowbridge | 206 | 6 | 2,275 | 8 | 1,912 | 11 |
Canton | 180 | 7 | 2,170 | 9 | 1,707 | 12 |
Ely | 173 | 9 | 2,068 | 10 | 2,180 | 8 |
Splott | 140 | 11 | 1,831 | 11 | 2,040 | 9 |
Caerau | 119 | 13 | 1,823 | 12 | 1,998 | 10 |
Llanrumney | 128 | 12 | 1,472 | 14 | 1,444 | 15 |
Fairwater | 106 | 17 | 1,591 | 13 | 1,638 | 13 |
Pentwyn | 117 | 15 | 1,471 | 15 | 1,461 | 14 |
Whitchurch and Tongwynlais | 118 | 14 | 1,249 | 16 | 1,227 | 16 |
Pontprennau and Old St Mellons | 108 | 16 | 1,006 | 19 | 783 | 22 |
Heath | 83 | 20 | 1,035 | 18 | 1,143 | 17 |
Llanishen | 93 | 18 | 1,079 | 17 | 970 | 18 |
Llandaff North | 87 | 19 | 830 | 22 | 907 | 19 |
Gabalfa | 80 | 21 | 839 | 21 | 901 | 20 |
Rumney | 59 | 22 | 840 | 20 | 787 | 21 |
Cyncoed | 50 | 24 | 692 | 23 | 698 | 23 |
Llandaff | 50 | 23 | 491 | 25 | 473 | 25 |
Pentyrch and St Fagans | 44 | 25 | 530 | 24 | 504 | 24 |
Rhiwbina | 38 | 27 | 400 | 26 | 419 | 26 |
Lisvane and Thornhill | 39 | 26 | 355 | 27 | 300 | 27 |
Radyr | 30 | 28 | 261 | 28 | 247 | 28 |
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (53 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (49 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (40 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (51 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (34 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (54 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (25 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (59 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (27 cases).
In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (61 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (40 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (54 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (49 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (50 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (27 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 58 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (92 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (88 cases).
In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (74 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (34 incidents).
Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
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A total of 292 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 22.46 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.
Month | Count |
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May 2025 | 19 |
April 2025 | 30 |
March 2025 | 29 |
February 2025 | 16 |
January 2025 | 13 |
December 2024 | 12 |
November 2024 | 17 |
October 2024 | 15 |
September 2024 | 25 |
August 2024 | 16 |
July 2024 | 24 |
June 2024 | 42 |
May 2024 | 34 |
A total of 215 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 16.54 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 34 reported cases.
Month | Count |
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May 2025 | 17 |
April 2025 | 18 |
March 2025 | 20 |
February 2025 | 12 |
January 2025 | 10 |
December 2024 | 15 |
November 2024 | 9 |
October 2024 | 10 |
September 2024 | 14 |
August 2024 | 17 |
July 2024 | 13 |
June 2024 | 34 |
May 2024 | 26 |
A total of 269 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 20.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 62 reported cases.
Month | Count |
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May 2025 | 16 |
April 2025 | 14 |
March 2025 | 24 |
February 2025 | 15 |
January 2025 | 20 |
December 2024 | 14 |
November 2024 | 15 |
October 2024 | 17 |
September 2024 | 12 |
August 2024 | 19 |
July 2024 | 20 |
June 2024 | 62 |
May 2024 | 21 |
A total of 713 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 54.85 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 88 reported cases.
Month | Count |
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May 2025 | 53 |
April 2025 | 49 |
March 2025 | 51 |
February 2025 | 44 |
January 2025 | 54 |
December 2024 | 44 |
November 2024 | 59 |
October 2024 | 40 |
September 2024 | 49 |
August 2024 | 50 |
July 2024 | 58 |
June 2024 | 88 |
May 2024 | 74 |
A total of 380 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 29.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 92 reported cases.
Month | Count |
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May 2025 | 14 |
April 2025 | 7 |
March 2025 | 21 |
February 2025 | 17 |
January 2025 | 17 |
December 2024 | 22 |
November 2024 | 20 |
October 2024 | 33 |
September 2024 | 54 |
August 2024 | 27 |
July 2024 | 28 |
June 2024 | 92 |
May 2024 | 28 |
A total of 28 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.
Month | Count |
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May 2025 | 4 |
April 2025 | 5 |
March 2025 | 1 |
January 2025 | 3 |
December 2024 | 1 |
October 2024 | 1 |
July 2024 | 3 |
June 2024 | 2 |
May 2024 | 8 |
A total of 80 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 14 reported cases.
Month | Count |
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May 2025 | 4 |
April 2025 | 8 |
March 2025 | 4 |
February 2025 | 2 |
January 2025 | 4 |
December 2024 | 6 |
November 2024 | 1 |
October 2024 | 6 |
September 2024 | 11 |
August 2024 | 4 |
July 2024 | 6 |
June 2024 | 14 |
May 2024 | 10 |
A total of 327 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 25.15 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 61 reported cases.
Month | Count |
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May 2025 | 24 |
April 2025 | 40 |
March 2025 | 34 |
February 2025 | 24 |
January 2025 | 25 |
December 2024 | 20 |
November 2024 | 27 |
October 2024 | 61 |
September 2024 | 17 |
August 2024 | 8 |
July 2024 | 8 |
June 2024 | 16 |
May 2024 | 23 |
A total of 156 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 40 reported cases.
Month | Count |
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May 2025 | 12 |
April 2025 | 6 |
March 2025 | 11 |
February 2025 | 9 |
January 2025 | 8 |
December 2024 | 8 |
November 2024 | 10 |
October 2024 | 14 |
September 2024 | 10 |
August 2024 | 8 |
July 2024 | 12 |
June 2024 | 40 |
May 2024 | 8 |
A total of 178 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 32 reported cases.
Month | Count |
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May 2025 | 10 |
April 2025 | 14 |
March 2025 | 20 |
February 2025 | 8 |
January 2025 | 7 |
December 2024 | 9 |
November 2024 | 9 |
October 2024 | 10 |
September 2024 | 12 |
August 2024 | 17 |
July 2024 | 15 |
June 2024 | 32 |
May 2024 | 15 |
A total of 60 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.62 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.
Month | Count |
---|---|
May 2025 | 2 |
April 2025 | 4 |
March 2025 | 11 |
February 2025 | 8 |
January 2025 | 3 |
December 2024 | 4 |
November 2024 | 4 |
October 2024 | 1 |
September 2024 | 4 |
August 2024 | 1 |
July 2024 | 3 |
June 2024 | 10 |
May 2024 | 5 |
A total of 47 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 14 reported cases.
Month | Count |
---|---|
May 2025 | 1 |
April 2025 | 2 |
March 2025 | 3 |
February 2025 | 4 |
January 2025 | 4 |
November 2024 | 3 |
October 2024 | 4 |
September 2024 | 3 |
August 2024 | 4 |
July 2024 | 2 |
June 2024 | 14 |
May 2024 | 3 |
A total of 35 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.
Month | Count |
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May 2025 | 1 |
April 2025 | 5 |
March 2025 | 5 |
February 2025 | 1 |
January 2025 | 4 |
December 2024 | 3 |
November 2024 | 1 |
September 2024 | 1 |
August 2024 | 2 |
July 2024 | 3 |
June 2024 | 6 |
May 2024 | 3 |
A total of 19 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.
Month | Count |
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May 2025 | 1 |
April 2025 | 1 |
March 2025 | 3 |
February 2025 | 1 |
January 2025 | 2 |
December 2024 | 2 |
November 2024 | 1 |
October 2024 | 2 |
August 2024 | 1 |
July 2024 | 1 |
June 2024 | 2 |
May 2024 | 2 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Riverside postcode area is presented below.
Total | 21 |
Shoplifting | 16 |
Burglary | 4 |
Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
Total | 9 |
Violence and sexual offences | 6 |
Other theft | 1 |
Public order | 1 |
Theft from the person | 1 |
Total | 8 |
Violence and sexual offences | 6 |
Other crime | 1 |
Other theft | 1 |
Total | 8 |
Anti-social behaviour | 3 |
Shoplifting | 2 |
Burglary | 1 |
Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
Total | 7 |
Criminal damage and arson | 2 |
Violence and sexual offences | 2 |
Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
Public order | 1 |
Robbery | 1 |
Total | 6 |
Anti-social behaviour | 5 |
Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
Total | 6 |
Shoplifting | 3 |
Anti-social behaviour | 2 |
Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
Total | 6 |
Anti-social behaviour | 2 |
Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
Other theft | 1 |
Robbery | 1 |
Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
Total | 5 |
Public order | 2 |
Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
Total | 5 |
Burglary | 1 |
Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
Other theft | 1 |
Public order | 1 |
Violence and sexual offences | 1 |