Police forces across the UK publish data showing the numbers and types of crimes reported in each area - including South Wales Police. According to the most recently released data, there were 3,647 crimes committed across Cardiff in June 2022.
Out of these crimes, 1,082 were classed as violence and sexual offences, 453 were classed as anti-social behaviour, 388 were public order and 554 were criminal damage and arson. As well as providing crime data for the whole city, Police UK also provides breakdowns of crimes committed in specific areas around the city.
For June 2022, Cathays had the most offences, with 637 being recorded. It's important to note that the Cathays area also covers the city centre. Of these, 168 were recorded as violence and sexual offences, 104 were shoplifting, 66 were bicycle theft, and 55 were anti-social behaviour - the top four recorded crimes for the area that month.
