Crime Rate in Stanwell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Stanwell

The total recorded crimes in Stanwell, Vale of Glamorgan, UK in July 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Stanwell crime rate of 1.50 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 Stanwell, encompassing approximately 13,346 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (166.67% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-41.67% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Stanwell Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • St Paul'S Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Powys Road with total crimes: 3
  • St David'S Crescent with total crimes: 2

How safe is Stanwell?

To understand the safety of Stanwell, we need to analyze Stanwell crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Vale of Glamorgan:

    • In 2024, Stanwell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Vale of Glamorgan average, with 266 crimes compared to 667.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Stanwell recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 22 other areas in the Vale of Glamorgan.

    • In 2023, Stanwell had fewer crimes than the Vale of Glamorgan average, with 272 crimes compared to 591. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Stanwell recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 22 other areas in the Vale of Glamorgan.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Vale of Glamorgan, Stanwell has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Stanwell Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Stanwell has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 1.50 ranking 20th out of 22 in the Vale of Glamorgan, UK

In 2024, the total Stanwell crimes were 266. The crime rate of Stanwell in 2024 was 19.93 (year) or 1.66 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Vale of Glamorgan.

In 2023, the total crimes in Stanwell were around 272 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.38 (year) or 1.70 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Vale of Glamorgan.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Stanwell)CrimesRank (Stanwell)CrimesRank (Stanwell)
Buttrills244 13,546 12,533 1
Gibbonsdown123 21,191 31,416 2
Castleland77 41,237 21,166 3
Cadoc91 31,139 41,054 4
Dinas Powys62 7731 5644 5
Llantwit Major71 5696 8563 9
Peterston-super-Ely51 9711 7615 6
Baruc56 8729 6585 8
Illtyd66 6639 10605 7
St Augustine's36 12659 9468 11
Court37 11581 11549 10
Sully38 10270 18198 21
Wenvoe22 17429 12466 12
Llandough28 14325 16340 13
Rhoose22 18427 13299 16
Llandow30 13192 22252 20
St Athan14 23329 15337 14
Cornerswell23 16381 14335 15
Dyfan23 15295 17281 18
Cowbridge20 19267 19283 17
Plymouth16 21207 21194 22
St Bride's Major14 2292 23148 23

Stanwell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 33 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20253
May 20251
April 20256
March 20251
February 20252
November 20245
October 20243
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 78 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202512
May 202510
April 20254
March 20254
February 202510
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 202410
September 20248
August 20244

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
March 20252
February 20252
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 5 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20241

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20254
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20245

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20256
May 20253
April 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
December 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
February 20254
December 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
February 20251

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20254
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20243
August 20241

High Crime Locations Stanwell in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Stanwell postcode area is presented below.

1. St Paul'S Avenue (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Powys Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. St David'S Crescent (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
4. Salisbury Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
5. Church Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Cedar Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Salisbury Avenue (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
8. Westfield Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. St Dyfrig Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. St Peter'S Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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