Crime Rate in Rhoose: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rhoose

The total recorded crimes in Rhoose, Vale of Glamorgan, UK in May 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rhoose crime rate of 10.84 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 Rhoose, encompassing approximately 3,506 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (44.44% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
Rhoose Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Peters Crescent with total crimes: 3
  • Cilgant Y Meillion with total crimes: 2
  • Railway Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Rhoose?

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

  • Relative to Vale of Glamorgan:

    • In 2024, Rhoose demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Vale of Glamorgan average, with 427 crimes compared to 667.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rhoose recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 22 other areas in the Vale of Glamorgan.

    • In 2023, Rhoose had fewer crimes than the Vale of Glamorgan average, with 299 crimes compared to 591. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rhoose recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 22 other areas in the Vale of Glamorgan.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rhoose Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Rhoose has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 10.84 ranking 10th out of 22 in the Vale of Glamorgan, UK

In 2024, the total Rhoose crimes were 427. The crime rate of Rhoose in 2024 was 121.76 (year) or 10.15 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Vale of Glamorgan.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rhoose were around 299 crimes with yearly crime rate of 85.26 (year) or 7.11 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Vale of Glamorgan.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rhoose)CrimesRank (Rhoose)CrimesRank (Rhoose)
Buttrills185 13,546 12,533 1
Gibbonsdown110 21,191 31,416 2
Castleland85 41,237 21,166 3
Cadoc92 31,139 41,054 4
Dinas Powys54 7731 5644 5
Baruc77 5729 6585 8
Peterston-super-Ely45 9711 7615 6
Llantwit Major75 6696 8563 9
Illtyd52 8639 10605 7
St Augustine's31 13659 9468 11
Court31 15581 11549 10
Llandough34 11325 16340 13
Wenvoe28 16429 12466 12
Sully34 12270 18198 21
St Athan24 19329 15337 14
Cornerswell28 17381 14335 15
Dyfan31 14295 17281 18
Cowbridge19 21267 19283 17
Stanwell25 18266 20272 19
Llandow9 22192 22252 20
Plymouth22 20207 21194 22
St Bride's Major8 2392 23148 23

Rhoose Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (11 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 33 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
February 20252
January 202511
December 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241

A total of 68 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.23 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20252
March 20258
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20246
October 20247
September 20244
August 20248
July 20248
June 20248
May 20247

A total of 169 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 20259
March 202518
February 202511
January 20257
December 202412
November 202413
October 202412
September 202412
August 202411
July 202416
June 202424
May 202411

A total of 34 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20244
October 20244
September 20246
August 20241
July 20244
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 49 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20245
July 20247
June 202410
May 20243

A total of 14 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
December 20241
October 20245
September 20246

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20254
November 20242
October 20241
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
August 20242

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
October 20242
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
February 20252
January 20252
November 20243
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Rhoose in May 2025

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

1. St Peters Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
2. Cilgant Y Meillion (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
3. Railway Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Heol Y Sianel (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Porthkerry Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Lon Lindys (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Milburn Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Speedwell Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1

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